SHANNON O'BRIEN practices as a M.D., an Orthopedic Surgeon in KETCHIKAN, AK, focusing on hip replacement and related hip procedures including Hip Replacement, Hip Resurfacing.
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.
Ready to address your hip pain? Reach SHANNON O'BRIEN directly at (404) 321-9900 to schedule your hip consultation in KETCHIKAN.
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.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact SHANNON O'BRIEN at (404) 321-9900 for a consultation.
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