Did you know that more than one million total hip and total knee replacements are performed each year in the United States? The medical technology has become so intricate, blood loss has been greatly minimized during the surgery, and prosthetics are now personalized to such a degree that these surgeries typically have incredibly high patient satisfaction rates and outcomes.
If you have been putting up with knee pain or hip pain, it is in your best interest to have an evaluation by a skilled orthopedic doctor who can explain your options. Let’s talk about how orthopedic surgery works, and where you can go in Raleigh to see the best orthopedic surgeon in the area.
Specializing in Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Surgery
Whether you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the hip or knee joint, osteonecrosis (bone degeneration due to reduced blood flow in the bone tissue), or an autoimmune condition that destroys hip or knee cartilage, partial or total joint replacement is an effective solution. You want to see a hip and knee surgeon in Raleigh who is board-certified in orthopedic surgery, and is able to perform:
- Minimally invasive hip and knee replacements
- Partial and total knee replacements
- MAKOplasty robotic-assisted joint replacements of the hip and knee
- Knee arthroscopy (for small repairs to the joint)
- Revision hip and knee replacements
- Computer-assisted surgery
- Individualized joint replacements
- Outpatient joint replacement surgery
- Rapid rehabilitation and faster recovery from surgery
Hip and Knee Surgeon in Raleigh, North Carolina
Before he recommends joint replacement surgery in your case, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brett Gilbert will evaluate and diagnose the cause of your condition. Dr. Gilbert uses advanced imaging tools to determine the best treatment plan to meet your specific needs.
Dr. Gilbert’s goal is to provide you with compassionate care, technical expertise, and the personalized attention that is vital to resolving your hip and knee issues. He can also provide a second opinion of tough or complicated medical issues of your knee or hip.
As a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the North Carolina Orthopaedic Association, he is recognized as one of the foremost orthopedic specialists in the Triangle. He is known for his genuine compassion and concern for the well-being and health of his patients.
In recognition of his patient-friendly professionalism, Dr. Gilbert has received numerous awards, including:
- Patients’ Choice Award
- On-Time Doctor Award
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition
- Patients’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award
- Top 10 Doctor – Metro Area
- Top 10 Doctor – City
- Top 10 Doctor – State
- Compassionate Doctor Award – multiple-year honoree
Using state-of-the-art technology and his board-certified expertise, Dr. Brett Gilbert offers the best hip and knee orthopedic surgery in Raleigh. So don’t wait: If you are experiencing chronic pain in your hip or knee joint, Dr. Gilbert is here to diagnose the issue and explain your best treatment options.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation with Dr. Gilbert, contact our friendly staff today by calling us at (919) 788-8797, or You can request an appointment with Dr. Gilbert using our appointment request form, or you can self-schedule your appointment here.
We look forward to serving you!
