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From Limping To Hiking: Mark Greene's Road to Recovery w/ Dr. Valdivia.

Apr 3

We interviewed one of these patients, Mark Greene, who underwent knee replacement surgery with Dr. Valdivia. Mark shares his experience—from pre-surgery struggles to post-operative recovery—and how choosing a private orthopedic practice made all the difference in his journey.

Donna’s Story: A Life Transformed with Dr. Valdivia’s SPAIRE Hip Replacement Surgery

Mar 20

For years, Donna Richardson struggled with unbearable hip pain that slowly took over her life. As an active and independent person, she never imagined that simple daily tasks—walking around the house, running errands, and even caring for her elderly parents—would become nearly impossible. But when the pain reached a point where she was the one needing care, she knew it was time to take action.

Robotic Knee Replacement: Is It Really Better

Feb 26

Knee replacement surgery is a life-changing procedure for people suffering from severe arthritis or joint damage. In the last ten years or so, robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty (R-TKA) has been marketed as a groundbreaking advancement over conventional total knee arthroplasty (C-TKA). The idea of robots assisting in surgery may sound futuristic and superior, but does this technology actually lead to better results for patients

"The SPAIRE Surgical Approach in Total Hip Replacement" by fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon, Gonzalo Valdivia, MD.

Jan 22

The SPAIRE (Save the Piriformis And obturator Internus, Repair Externus) hip replacement technique is a modern and innovative approach in orthopedic surgery that focuses on minimizing muscle and tendon damage around the hip joint.

Calcium Intake in our Younger Years Will Help Decrease Osteoporotic Development Later in Life

Nov 20

Calcium Intake in our Younger Years Will Help Decrease Osteoporotic Development Later in Life.

Total Hip Replacement: Operation of the Century

Sep 06

If anyone asks me today --What is the best operation in orthopedic surgery? My answer without hesitation would be: Total hip replacement. Since the 1960’s hip replacement surgery has completely revolutionized how we care for those that are limited by severe arthritis of the hips.