GARY HUNTER, D.O., provides orthopedic hip care in FEDERAL WAY, WA. GARY's practice includes Hip Replacement, Hip Resurfacing, Hip Arthroscopy, guiding patients from initial evaluation through post-operative rehabilitation.
An Orthopedic Surgeon completes a 5-year surgical residency after medical school, specializing in the musculoskeletal system. They diagnose and treat hip conditions through both surgical and non-surgical methods, including total hip replacement, hip resurfacing, arthroscopic hip surgery, and labral repair procedures.
Considering hip replacement? Call (253) 838-8552 to book a consultation with GARY HUNTER in FEDERAL WAY, WA.
Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) removes the damaged ball-and-socket joint and replaces it with prosthetic components made of metal, ceramic, or polyethylene. The femoral head is replaced with a metal or ceramic ball on a stem, and the acetabulum is lined with a new cup. Over 450,000 hip replacements are performed annually in the US with a 95%+ satisfaction rate.
Hip resurfacing preserves more of the natural femoral bone by capping the femoral head with a metal shell rather than removing it entirely. The acetabulum receives a metal cup similar to total hip replacement. This bone-conserving approach is typically reserved for younger, active patients with good bone quality who want to maintain a more natural hip feel.
Hip arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure where the surgeon inserts a small camera and instruments through two to three small incisions around the hip. It is used to treat labral tears, femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), loose bodies, cartilage damage, and snapping hip syndrome. Patients typically go home the same day with crutches.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact GARY HUNTER at (253) 838-8552 for a consultation.
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