Approximately 28% of hip replacement surgeries are performed on people under 55. This indicates that a significant portion of hip replacements are now being performed on younger individuals, with the average age of patients having a hip replacement decreasing over the past few decades. Renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Thomas Donaldson from the Department of Orthopedics Loma Linda Faculty Medical Group and a former patient of his discuss advancements in hip replacement surgery.
Spirit of the I.E. - Loma Linda's Dr. Donaldson discusses advancements in hip replacement surgery
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