Shout Out for Dr. Su
Snobert Zangnox – I’m a 55 yo physician. I often find myself reminding patients to choose a surgical consultant for their skill and judgement, not for their personality. With Dr Su you do not have to make that choice. He is genuine, kind, and takes the time to explain things, … Continue reading →
Kingrob’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2015
October 8, 2015 I am 7 weeks out from surgery and it is just starting to hit me that my life is going to change soon – hopefully for the better. I read some of these stories how people got their lives back and are now doing things they have … Continue reading →
Moe’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing 7 Year Update Dr. Marchand 2009
Read Moe’s Full Story Here 7 year anniversary for this bilat, both done on the same day. I was 56 at the time. I was basically becoming a cripple, barely able to sleep, walk around the block or get on and off my bike. I have had a totally positive … Continue reading →
I am a Female – Can I have a Hip Resurfacing by Patricia Dukes
July 29, 2015 Read Patricia’s Full Story Here As one of Dr Gross’ earlier patients, and a woman with small bones, I am saddened to hear the decision by S&N to prevent access of women to hip resurfacing. The real truth of it IS and HAS ALWAYS BEEN the expertise … Continue reading →
Dr. Michael A. Mont named chairman of Cleveland Clinic’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Read Complete Article Here July 01, 2016 By Lydia Coutré Note by Patricia Walter – Dr. Mont is also one of the early and most experienced hip resurfacing surgeons in the US. Read more about Dr. Mont Here Cleveland Clinic has named Dr. Michael A. Mont the chairman of the … Continue reading →
MSK Lab at Imperial College Setting Up Patient Group
The Imperial College MSk Lab, led by Prof Justin Cobb, is setting up a patient group to involve people like you in the planning and delivery of our research. The MSk Lab is one of the world’s leading musculoskeletal research labs where we work to create better results for patients … Continue reading →
Garth’s Hip Resurfacing 10 Year Anniversary
June 27, 2016 Its been a few years since i posted on this site. As a avid golfer and a person how has had both hips resurfaced i want to update the people on the site. First hip was done in 2006 followed by the other in 2009. I was … Continue reading →
Coach Danny Witt’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Frykberg 2015
Read Complete Story and view Video Here Coach Danny Witt loves pushing himself to stay fit while teaching kids tennis fundamentalism, but at 28, the tennis pro hated what he heard from his doctor… …After years of worsening pain, Witt said enough and went in for a hip resurfacing procedure … Continue reading →
Jim S’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2010
I’m a 39 year old goalie – ref – and coach – i can not wait to get back out there!! October 29, 2010 10/23/10 Dr. Su Right Hip Resurfacing at Hospital for Special Surgery. Amazing Doctor!! Amazing Hospital!! I’m home since 10/25/10 i feel great. I stopped taking pain … Continue reading →
Jim M’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Keggi 2011
September 29, 2011 i just had a very positive experience with dr. keggi of waterbury, ct. The surgery was performed in hartford, ct at their new joint center in St. Francis Hospital. Beautiful place, nothing but good things to say, went home next day. 7 days out, walked without cane … Continue reading →
Jim’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Helmy 2009
December 16, 2009 I’m 52 years old and exactly 6 weeks post op for hip resurfacing. I had Dr Helmy here in Melbourne Florida. I started out as a rabbit, used a walker for 3 days, cane for one week and walking on my own since. I missed two weeks … Continue reading →
Jill W’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Grecula 2007
December 14, 2007 I am having my left hip resurfaced this Monday (December 17th) in Galveston, Texas by Dr. Grecula. During my pre-op appointment I was asked to consider having an epidural (plus general anesthesia) – the epidural would be used for pain control immediately post-op. I asked Dr. Grecula … Continue reading →
Kiwi Boy’s 2 Year Post Op check-Up Dr. Blackley 2014
Read Kiwi Boy’s Complete Story Here June 20, 2016 Recently I had my 2 YEAR POST OP. check-up with my Surgeon, Dr. Hugh Blackley, Auckland, New Zealand. Although 3 weeks ahead of the actual “Anniversary date” [ Op was 7/7/14] it was practical to do it then due to family … Continue reading →
Boomer’s 4 Year Update with Dr. Rector 2011
Read Boomer’s Full Story Here June 20, 2016 Just passed four years on my second hip and about four and a half years on the first hip. No problems to speak of. I ride my bikes a lot in Colorado, have fallen more times than I can count, and the … Continue reading →
RDH’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2016
I guess that I am relatively new member of this club and would like to share my story as prior to having my surgery I spent lots of time reading posts on this site from both surgeons and people that have undergone the resurfacing procedure. My Background 54 year old … Continue reading →
RDH’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2016 Update
Read RDH’s Full Story Here At 8 weeks out (and when my hip is not tired) I feel pretty darn normal physically and mentally – which is great! Having said that I know that there I still have much work to do strengthen the hip and the rest of my … Continue reading →
Ben C’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Fowble 2016
I am two weeks out today from my hip resurfacing with Dr. Coleman Fowble of Columbia, SC. My road to a hip resurfacing has been uneven. I would guess that I first experienced hip pain eight or so years ago. I met a physical therapist and was given some exercises … Continue reading →