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South Carolina Hip Preservation Center, Orthopedic Hip Surgeon, Columbia, Lexington, SC // Patient Info // Quick Links // Implant Update

  • The Biomet Recap Magnum is no longer available.

    11/22/2024

    Alternatives for hip resurfacing

    The era of the Biomet Recap/Magnum has come to an end. Zimmer has stopped manufacturing this implant. After nearly 20 years of using this implant for hip resurfacing and posting the best long-term durability outcomes for any type of hip surgery, I will have to change. To continue performing hip resurfacing for all patients is becoming more challenging because of Zimmer's unfortunate decision.

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  • BHR versus Recap/Magnum In Metal-on-Metal Hip Resurfacing

    4/4/2023

    A recent serious supply chain problem has forced me to rethink my exclusive use of Zimmer-Biomet Recap/Magnum hip resurfacing implants. There are currently only three implants available in the US. Ceramic-ceramic trials are underway in Europe and Metal/polyethylene designs are on the drawing boards of several companies. These will likely take years to come to market.

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Consultation with Dr. Gross

If you are interested in determining if you are a candidate for surgery, please mail your completed new patient forms to the office and include a digital x-ray. Dr. Gross will call you back to discuss your options.

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Consultation with Dr. Browning

If you are interested in a consultation with Dr. Browning, please call ext. 6210 or email. Telehealth visits are available upon request for out-of-state patients.

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