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Ian Cheal’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2001/2004

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Ian Cheal’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2001/2004

Hip Resurfacing Hiker Ian Cheal’s 1200 Mile End-2-End Walk (BHR McMinn Centre)

Ian Cheal reflects on the bilateral hip resurfacing operations that have enabled him to continue his active lifestyle. The intrepid walker is making his way across the United Kingdom in aid of charity. Ian had bilateral Birmingham Hip Resurfacings (BHRs) performed by Mr McMinn.

You can read Ian’s story on our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/ian-che… Read the rest

HR’s Bilater Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010/2011

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In 2009 I was 34 and running about 20-30 miles per week and surfing every chance I had, but something wasn’t right. It was taking more and more miles on the road to get my stride warmed up and pace going and when I surfed I was feeling more and more stiff; since I worked behind a desk during the day I just attributed these symptoms to … Read the rest

Liz’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2011/2012

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Liz’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2011/2012

My name is Liz and I am a healthy and active 43 year old. As I write this, I still can’t believe I have had bi-lateral hip resurfacing!. I just had my one year check up and I feel like I got my life back!

I had a BHR on my left hip in October of 2011 and a BHR on my right hip 7 months … Read the rest

Smoke Chief Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2009

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In the summer of 2009 I had to find a fix for the pain I experienced every time I played Senior Softball. At age 64, I was using pain killers at every game. A fellow player told me I probably needed hip surgery, but he recommended resurfacing over a total replacement. Someone advised me to visit Dr. Kusuma at Grant Hospital.

After consulting with Dr. Kusuma, I found I was a good candidate for hip … Read the rest

Arrojos Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2012

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Arrojos Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2012

April 9, 2012

Hello from Arrojos hospital bed! Did indeed have it done today. Dr. Su told me this morning, the worst that could happen due to my past week is that I’d feel lousy. I told him I am already going to feel lousy! Lets just do it!

At 4:00 I was in a lot of pain. But now (10:00) I feel pretty good! I am even … Read the rest

Max’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. Della Valle 2011/2012

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June 24, 2011

45 and scheduled for resurfacing in September (although I am only doing one hip at a time)!!

I was recently diagnosed with OA in both hips. it sounds like I have a little more pain than you. my OA has caused me to give up a lot of things that I enjoyed the most … running, snowboarding, surfing … I have slowly had to give these up “over time”. sitting and sleeping … Read the rest

Stephen’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Callander 2012

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Stephen Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Callander 2012

I’m 58, super active, and live in the Lake Tahoe area. Among other activities I’ve run for 35 years and that, combined with other activities and some suspect genes (thanks Mom) led to the deterioration of my hip. I got the OA diagnosis in September, had to stop running in November, and scheduled surgery for March 27, 2012, at the end of the ski season. That way I … Read the rest

John’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Drinkwater 2010

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John’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Drinkwater 2010

December 12, 2012

This week marks the 2 year anniversary of my new hip.

This web site was a huge comfort and source of info as I prepared for surgery and I always intended to come back and share my story but somehow time has slipped by and I never did. It’s high time!

I had a Birmingham hip resurfacing done by Dr. Christopher Drinkwater at Highland Hospital … Read the rest

Aerial’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2011

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Aerial’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2011

August 16, 2011

I was diagnosed with severe arthritis in my right hip in July. I have had hip pain since 2008. I have been through all the conservative measures including hip arthroscopy due to a labral tear and bone spurs. That surgery was a year ago and my arthritis has advanced greatly in a year. It is now time to do something about it. I am 46 … Read the rest

Jeff’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. Pritchett 2012/2013

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Jeff’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. Pritchett 2012/2013

April 1, 2012

 I’m 37 years old and have been playing basketball once a week for the last five years or so. In August I started distance running, running 20-25 miles a week. In October I ran a half-marathon (1 hr. 35 min.) and was really enjoying running. In November, I started to feel serious pain in my hips after I ran, then it became persistent. A few … Read the rest

FRS’s Hip Resurfacing Professor Yates 2013

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FRS’s Hip Resurfacing Professor Yates 2013

I’m 43 year old male and I’m from Perth in Australia . About two years ago I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my left hip . Over the last two years I have had many injections spend thousands dollars on medication . Spent thousand dollars on pyhsio but could never feel right it started to interfere with my work and my life . One thing I know about arthritis … Read the rest

Jeff’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Callander 2013

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Jeff’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Callander 2013

I used your site to become comfortable with the idea of having a BHR, and having it done by Dr Peter Callander, in San Francisco. I am now 6 weeks post-op and recovering quite well. Did 26 minutes on an exercise bike this morning, walked 2 miles to/from my ferry to work with no cane. Can’t wait to recover more and get back to road biking, and eventually, … Read the rest

Eric’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010

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Eric’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010

Thanks to Dr. Sharat Kusuma’s skillful use of the Birmingham hip resurfacing technology, I’ve gone from needing a cane to walk to being able to play soccer daily as much as 4 hours and chase 4 grandkids…with no pain whatsoever…oh, and I’m 60.

Got tackled from behind while playing soccer about 10 years ago. May have dislocated my hip but kept playing soccer in pain anyway for several … Read the rest

Tipper’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2009/2011

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Tipper’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2009/2011

I am 2 years post op this coming June and I wish I would have had them done sooner.

The details: I am now 51 years old. I played basketball three times a week up to age 41. Was athletic all through school growing up. I started having lower back issues around the age of 42 and went to a chiropractor that did not give me relief … Read the rest

Bobby Dawes Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010

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Bobby Dawes Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010

My name is Bobby Dawes. I was diagnosed with degenerating cartilage (hip) in 1989. I lived with the discomfort for 15 years and in 2004 had my first hip (right hip) replaced. It went so well and my activity began to include some impact (basketball), until the other hip needed replaced.

In 2010 had a Birmingham Hip Resurfacing on left side and it went marvelous. Activities now … Read the rest

Mark Preston’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2013

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Mark Preston’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2013

I am a 58 year old surgeon, and I want to share with you my experience with BHR and Dr Sharat Kusuma.

First of all, I have always been very active and after being diagnosed with severe OA of the hip I did considerable research into the treatment alternatives and for many reasons decided that BHR was the appropriate choice for me. Fortunately, as a surgeon, I … Read the rest

June’s Hip Resurfacing Dr. Engh 2010

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June’s Hip Resurfacing Dr. Engh 2010

I had a left BHR on November 11, 2010 with Dr. Andy Engh. I was 48 (almost 49) years old at the time. I am a small boned female and I was bone on bone arthritis with AVN and several cysts, including one large one.

I just had my one year post-op appointment with my surgeon. The x-rays (taken from several different angles) looked fantastic! Everything looks good…I go … Read the rest

Ibbsk’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Konthe 2011

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Ibbsk’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Konthe 2011

January 26, 2012

I had a  RBHR Dec 13, 2011 at Cleveland Clinic with Dr. Konthe.

I was told 50% weight on operated leg for 4 Weeks. For the blood clots I do the self injection blood thinner .

January 13, 2012

I just finished riding 20min a lil elliptical walked treadmill 5 min and fill great! I even noticed on the bike my leg doesn’t flare … Read the rest