Meriter Hip Resurfacing - The
Total Package

John S. Rogerson, MD, and Meriter Hospital are proud to offer a comprehensive Birmingham hip resurfacing program. Patients receive state-of-the-art pre-operative, surgical and post-operative care based on the proven European hip resurfacing model.

Patients benefit from:

• Working with advanced orthopedic surgeon John S. Rogerson, MD, who is one of only forty surgeons in the country performing Birmingham hip resurfacing.
• Experiencing the highest level of uncompromised care from a highly trained team, which includes specialized physician assistants, a dedicated hip resurfacing operating team and all-MD anesthesiologists.
• Having the hip resurfacing procedure done in ultra high flow air filtration rooms, including sterile hood personal air filtration systems for the surgeon and his staff.
• Receiving the first FDA-approved procedure in the United States that is insurance reimbursable and features the most proven prosthesis on the market, the Birmingham.
• Participating in an innovative program called HipHab, a rehabilitation stay featuring aquatic and land therapy.

The Birmingham Difference

The Birmingham hip resurfacing technique, which has been offered in Europe and other countries for more than a decade, finally won FDA approval in May.

It was the first FDA-approved hip resurfacing system and the most proven prosthesis on the market. Rather than replacing the entire hip joint, as in a total hip replacement, hip resurfacing simply shaves and caps a few millimeters of bone within the joint. For this reason, most surgeons feel it is ideal for patients under age 65 who live active lifestyles.

Learn more about the procedure, and also read a personal message from John S. Rogerson, MD, on why he recommends the Birmingham technique.

A Leader in the Hip Resurfacing Field

Orthopedic surgeon John S. Rogerson, MD, was the first surgeon in Wisconsin to provide patients who suffer hip pain the remarkable new Birmingham hip resurfacing technique. Learn more about Dr. Rogerson.

An Innovative Approach to Rehabilitation

Meriter offers an innovative approach to rehabilitation with a 7-day program that seamlessly moves you from hip resurfacing surgery to a rehabilitation stay to home. This is the only phased program available in the area, and is modeled after the best programs in Europe.

After surgery, patients experience HipHab, a rehabilitation stay in their own apartment home. Patients are steps away from an expansive Aquatic & Wellness Center for land- and water-based therapy. An added benefit is that the apartment homes are located in the heart of downtown Madison, which offers ample opportunities for dining, cultural and leisure activities. Learn more about Meriter's innovative rehabilitation program.

Take the Next Step

If you think you may be a candidate for Birmingham hip resurfacing, Dr. Rogerson will provide an initial assessment of your medical condition and x-rays without charge. Learn how to take the next step.

5/5/2008