How Long Will My Hip Replacement Last?

A common question we as surgeons, and you as the consumer, are faced with is: “How long will my hip replacement last?” It’s easy to rattle off a number, but the reality is not so cut-and-dry. According to CDC data, in 2010 alone >310,000 hip replacements were...

Does Approach Matter for Hip Replacement?

In the past few years, there has been a debate among physicians and patients regarding the “optimal” approach for hip replacement. If fact, considerable marketing has been deployed to attract patients to a surgical approach, citing rapid recovery, minimal or no pain,...