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Jeffrey A. Jensen LBHR Dr. URE 2008

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterSeptember 9, 2018

LBHR     Dr. URE     March 12, 2008 I am a 49 year old adult male that was suffering from Osteoarthritis in my left hip. I had subluxed my hip in an accident in 1995 and had experienced sporadic hip pain since then.  I always lead an active lifestyle but did not compete athletically until later in…

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Stephen Kenney Hip Resurfacing RBHR Dr. Kreuzer Dec. 17, 2008

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 10, 2017
RBHR Dr. Kreuzer Dec. 17, 2008 Stephen Kenney Hip Experience Houston, TX Dr. Stefan Kreuzer – Surgeon My hip problem began with a slip back in 1995 that caused me to bend over severely at my waist and touch my chest against the top of my right thigh. Interestingly, the extreme twisting of my leg… Continue reading →

Gary Daun BMHR with Mr. McMinn 2007

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 10, 2017
BMHR May 2007 Mr. McMinn I received a BMHR from Dr. McMinn in May of this year. The reason I went to him was for a couple of reasons: my hip had progressed to a point where DeSmet and a number of surgeons in the US did not feel totally confident they could do a… Continue reading →

Alan Rhodes Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2008

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 10, 2017
R Biomet  March 2008  Dr. Gross March 29, 2008I am just 3 weeks post op of having my right hip resurfaced by Dr. Gross in Columbia, SC. I don’t have any nightmare stories nor have any bad press for Dr. Gross’s procedure. Actually my experience has been very good and am recovering rapidly. I am… Continue reading →

Karin Left Biomet Feb. 25, 2008 Dr. Gross

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 10, 2017
Left Biomet Feb. 25, 2008 Dr. Gross I wanted to tell everyone of my great experience with Dr. Gross in Columbia, SC and the excellent care I received from his staff and the hospital staff. Everyone was extremely kind and caring. As I had never had any major surgery, I was very anxious prior to… Continue reading →

Julie in Montreal LBHR De Smet January 15, 2008

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 10, 2017

LBHR     De Smet    January 15, 2008 Julie 4 weeks after surgery   Julie 6 weeks after surgery   Salut ! I am now 12 days after surgery, back home in Montreal. I am now a happy owner of a left BHR. It took 50 minutes to implant the device. The installation of the femoral component… Continue reading →

Gary Radtke BHR BHR November 19, 2008 Dr. Schultz

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 10, 2017
LBHR November 19, 2008 Dr. Schultz I just had my 6 month check up. I’m doing really well. I have been working at the gym 4 to 6 days a week on function fitness, balance boards, rocker board, as well as elliptical and other aerobic machines. I do some outdoor cycling. I’m keeping the intensity… Continue reading →

Ernie LBHR July 2008 Dr. Jinnah

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 9, 2017
 LBHR    July 2008    Dr. Jinnah Osteo Arthritis took it’s toll over the years and wore my A** out to the point of getting fitted for new parts. It has been an adventure that has taken over 18 months from Diagnosis to surgery. I was limping along for up to 5 years prior to that… Continue reading →

Jan Kolman Tabor Czech Republic Dr. Trc 2008

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 10, 2017
RBHR  February 12, 2008  Dr. Trc Dear Pat,  I am very glad for your reply. I wrote a similar letter approximately 6 months before but probably you not received it. But it doesn’t matter, I hope that now it will not repeat. I think I must write you something of myself. I am 69 years… Continue reading →

Peter Bilateral 1/7/08 Dr. Schmalzried

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterFebruary 23, 2019
Bilateral 1/7/08  Dr. Schmalzried   August 13, 2008 I had bilateral surgery in January of 08 – I found this web site around 6 months prior to that time and had the same reaction, what a godsend. After recovering from an arthroscopic surgery to my right hip in May of 07 and I had one… Continue reading →

Vicky Ashby LBHR Oct. 7, 2008 Dr. Hickman

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 11, 2017

LBHR  Oct. 7, 2008   Dr. Hickman Dec. 23, 2008 On October 7, 2008 I had a LBHR by Dr. Joshua Hickman at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. I researched doctors in my area and visited a few before choosing Dr. Hickman. Not only had he had performed the most hip resurfacings in my… Continue reading →

Amy – age 31 left hip to be resurfaced Feb 28th by Mr O’Hara, Birmingham UK  

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 10, 2017
I am 5 weeks out from left hip resurfacing surgery (conserve plus) by Dr. Pritchett (Seattle, WA). I started physical therapy a couple weeks ago. The therapist suggested an upright stationary bike with the seat raised so as not to exceed the 90 degree restriction.Only in last week or so has the swelling in my… Continue reading →

Graza BMHR 2008 Mr. McMinn

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 10, 2017
BMHR  August 20, 2008  Mr. McMinn Well it’s 2 weeks today since my operation with Mr. McMinn and everything’s going great. That constant screaming pain in my right hip which had become part of my life for the last 15 years has now gone and my life already feels amazingly different. I’ve been told by… Continue reading →

Karen Mitchell Right Biomet April 2, 2008 Dr. Gross

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterJanuary 14, 2019

Right Biomet  Uncemented  April 2, 2008   Dr. Gross May 11, 2010 I am now over 2 years post-op on the right hip (resurfacing/uncemented)surgery from Dr. Gross (my hero), and life is grand! NO MORE 20+ years of PAIN NO MORE post-op CLUNKING sensation FLEXIBILITY is like night and day (I have even been doing Yoga)… Continue reading →

Marilyn Cave RBHR April 21, 2008 Dr. Evans

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 11, 2017

RBHR  April 21, 2008  Dr. Evans I am 48 years old and had my right hip resurfaced on 4/21/08. Prior to surgery, my right leg was about 1.5 inches shorter than my left and quite a bit smaller from lack of use. My back and most everything else hurt from the way I walked and… Continue reading →

Lisa Left Uncemented Biomet Dr. Gross 2008

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterJuly 19, 2020
Left  Uncemented  Biomet  Gross  6-23-08 April 22, 2008 I am a 37 yr old who got diagnosed with Osteoarthritis. No one has answers as to why just that it must be hereditary. But anyway here is my story. About 2 yrs ago I started having pain in my left hip, went to Dr. who referred… Continue reading →

Larry Schmidt Finishes Ironman 5 Months Post Op on Sept. 7, 2008

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterDecember 17, 2015
Updated 4/10/2013 My name is Larry Schmidt. I am a 55 year old male, and on April 4, 2008 I had hip resurfacing surgery with Dr. Jeff Lawrence at Vernon Memorial Hospital in Viroqua Wisconsin. I did an extensive amount of research on the Surface Hippy site, and wanted to thank you for helping me… Continue reading →

John Crews Uncemented Biomet Dr. Gross 2008

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2015 by Patricia WalterAugust 9, 2017

Left Uncemented Biomet Dr. Gross June 16, 2008 My experience with hip resurfacing surgery, performed by Dr. Thomas Gross. John Crews skiing at 6 months post op I am a 56 year old male, who has been a professional athlete for the past 38 years. I have been a top instructor in Sun Valley, ID… Continue reading →

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