Hip Replacement

Our orthopaedic surgeons have the training and expertise to perform even the most complex hip surgeries. We also treat previous failed hip surgeries, remove existing hardware, and perform total hip replacements.

Our board-certified orthopaedic surgeons have fellowship training in the latest hip replacement surgical techniques, including anterior hip replacements We have perfected methods for the very best in pre-operative and post-operative care, preventing complications and getting the best outcomes for hip replacement surgery.

Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute is also among locations offering the anterior total hip replacements. This minimally invasive surgery for hip replacement allows exposure from the front of the hip joint as opposed to the side (lateral) or the back (posterior). With this particular technique, the hip is replaced through a natural interval between the muscles on the front part of the thigh. The gluteal muscles that attach to the posterior and lateral pelvis and femur are left undisturbed. This lack of disturbance in the lateral and posterior soft tissues also accounts for immediate stability of the hip and potentially lowers the risk of dislocation. Following the direct anterior approach, some patients may be allowed to bend their hip freely and to avoid some, cumbersome, post-operative restrictions.

If you are having constant pain, trouble sleeping, and difficulty starting to walk when rising from a chair, you are probably ready to consider hip replacement surgery. Your hip surgeon will show you the most advanced hip replacement options that are suitable for your needs, listen to your concerns, and always focus on your safety.

We are committed to keeping you fully informed. You will know what expect before, during, and after your hip replacement surgery. You will have a thorough pre-anesthesia risk evaluation, plenty of time for questions, and all the individualized care and attention you need.


Conditions Treated

Hip replacement surgery is an option if you or a loved one suffer from the following conditions:

Degenerative Joint Disease



Meet our Hip Replacement Specialists:

Name Specialties Location
Brandon Shulman, MD Brandon Shulman, MD 203.845.2200
  • Hand Surgery
  • Wilton
  • Westport
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Julianne M. Forlizzi, MD Julianne M. Forlizzi, MD 203.845.2200
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Wilton
  • Westport
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Curtis Campbell, MD Curtis Campbell, MD 203.268.2882
  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Trumbull
  • Fairfield
  • Westport
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Alim F. Ramji, MD Alim F. Ramji, MD 203.601.5243
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Trumbull
Pedro De Oliveira Coutinho, MD Pedro De Oliveira Coutinho, MD
4.7 /5
112 surveys
203.332.4125
  • Neurosurgery
  • Bridgeport
  • Westport
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Kenoma Anighoro, MD Kenoma Anighoro, MD 203.865.6784
  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Hamden
  • Milford
  • Branford
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William Probasco, MD William Probasco, MD 203.576.6000
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Bridgeport
Kelms Amoo-Achampong, MD Kelms Amoo-Achampong, MD 888.676.3627
  • Sports Medicine
  • Fairfield
  • Westport
  • Shelton
  • Trumbull
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Adam Driesman, MD Adam Driesman, MD 203.337.2600
  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Shelton
  • Fairfield
  • Milford
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David Martin, MD David Martin, MD 203.601.5236
  • Sports Medicine
  • Trumbull
Gerard Girasole, MD Gerard Girasole, MD 203.268.2882
  • Spine Surgery
  • Trumbull
Michael Grant Soojian, MD Michael Grant Soojian, MD 203.845.2200
  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
  • Westport
Paul Protomastro, MD Paul Protomastro, MD 203.845.2200
  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
  • Westport
  • Wilton
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Ross Richer, MD Ross Richer, MD 475.223.4159
  • Hand Surgery
  • Shelton
  • Fairfield
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James FitzGibbons, MD, FAAOS James FitzGibbons, MD, FAAOS 203.337.2600
  • Sports Medicine
  • Fairfield
  • Shelton
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Robert Brady, MD Robert Brady, MD 203.845.2200
  • Spine Surgery
  • Wilton
  • Westport
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Michael Redler, MD Michael Redler, MD 203.268.2882
  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
  • Trumbull
  • Fairfield
  • Westport
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Joshua Frank, MD Joshua Frank, MD 203.845.2200
  • Sports Medicine
  • Wilton
  • Westport
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John Awad, MD John Awad, MD 203.337.2600
  • Spine Surgery
  • Fairfield
  • Milford
  • Shelton
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Patrick Wing-Hing Kwok, MD, FAAOS Patrick Wing-Hing Kwok, MD, FAAOS 203.337.2600
  • Sports Medicine
  • Fairfield
  • Shelton
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Abraham Mintz, MD Abraham Mintz, MD
4.8 /5
160 surveys
203.372.6460
  • Spine Surgery
  • Shelton
James Spak, MD James Spak, MD 203.268.2882
  • Sports Medicine
  • Trumbull
  • Fairfield
  • Westport
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William Cimino, MD William Cimino, MD 203.255.7000
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Fairfield
Michael Lynch, MD Michael Lynch, MD 203.845.2200
  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Wilton
  • Westport
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Daniel E. Weiland, MD Daniel E. Weiland, MD 203.337.2600
  • Sports Medicine
  • Fairfield
  • Shelton
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Aaron Schachter, MD Aaron Schachter, MD 203.877.5522
  • Sports Medicine
  • Milford
  • Orange
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Joel Malin, MD Joel Malin, MD 203.337.2600
  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Fairfield
  • Milford
  • Shelton
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Henry Backe, MD Henry Backe, MD 203.337.2600
  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Fairfield
  • Stratford
  • Shelton
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Dante Brittis, MD Dante Brittis, MD 203.337.2600
  • Sports Medicine
  • Fairfield
  • Milford
  • Shelton
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Cullen Griffith, MD Cullen Griffith, MD 203.337.2600
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Fairfield
  • Shelton
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Kristin Sandrowski, MD Kristin Sandrowski, MD 203.268.2882
  • Hand Surgery
  • Trumbull
Vijay Yanamadala, MD, FAANS Vijay Yanamadala, MD, FAANS
4.9 /5
111 surveys
203.332.3272
  • Neurosurgery
  • Westport
  • Milford
  • Bridgeport
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Mark Fletcher, MD Mark Fletcher, MD 203.845.2200
  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Wilton
  • Westport
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Glenn Russo, MD Glenn Russo, MD 203.407.3508
  • Spine Surgery
  • Hamden
  • Hamden
  • Milford
  • Shelton
  • Wallingford
  • Branford
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Lauren Fabian, MD Lauren Fabian, MD 203.337.2600
  • Sports Medicine
  • Fairfield
  • Shelton
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Anthony Viola III, DO Anthony Viola III, DO 203.955.1202
  • Spine Surgery
  • Fairfield
  • Shelton
  • Oxford
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William Conaway, MD William Conaway, MD 203.538.0020
  • Spine Surgery
  • Shelton
  • Trumbull
  • Fairfield
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John Dankert, MD, PhD John Dankert, MD, PhD 888.676.3627
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Fairfield
  • Westport
  • Shelton
  • Trumbull
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Ryan Thacher, MD Ryan Thacher, MD 203.845.2200
  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Westport

Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at St. Vincent's Medical Center