HIP AND KNEE SPECIALISTS

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As premier hip and knee replacement surgeons in Charleston, SC, Dr. Zimlich and Dr. Stem alleviate patient pain and discomfort using innovative techniques and technologies. Concentrating exclusively on knee and hip replacement, the Lowcountry Orthopaedics Hip and Knee Specialists operate at the Lowcountry Orthopaedics Surgery Center and area hospitals per patient preference.

Top rated for eight years in a row as Charleston’s Choice for best orthopedic surgeons, countless of satisfied patients walk away with a pain free, natural feeling knee or hip. From custom total knee arthroplasty using 3D printing to the area’s first and only outpatient surgery center based robotic knee replacement program, patients trust Lowcountry Orthopaedics Hip and Knee Specialists.

Signature services include:

  • Custom total knee arthroplasty using 3D printing
  • Same day robotic knee replacement program
  • Personalized joint replacement experience
  • Dedicated team of nurses, physician assistants, and physical therapists
  • Proven outcomes for quick recovery and pain-free lives

Same day appointments are available at one of our convenient North Charleston, Summerville, or Daniel Island locations.

HIP & KNEE TREATMENT IN CHARLESTON, SC

As premier hip and knee replacement surgeons in Charleston, SC, Dr. Zimlich, Dr. Stem, and Dr. Huang alleviate patient pain and discomfort using innovative techniques and technologies. Concentrating exclusively on knee and hip replacement, the Lowcountry Orthopaedics Hip and Knee Specialists operate at the Lowcountry Orthopaedics Surgery Center and area hospitals per patient preference. A well-known and award-winning hip and knee replacement program, Drs. Zimlich and Stem, along with a team of dedicated nurses, physician assistants, and physical therapists personalize each patient’s joint replacement experience. Experience matters when it comes to hip and knee replacement surgeries. Our surgeons achieve proven outcomes that allow patients to quickly resume normal, pain-free lives.

Top rated for eight years in a row as Charleston’s Choice for best orthopedic surgeons, countless of satisfied patients walk away with a pain free, natural feeling knee or hip. From custom total knee arthroplasty using 3D printing to the area’s first and only outpatient surgery center based robotic knee replacement program, patients trust Lowcountry Orthopaedics Hip and Knee Specialists.

HIP & KNEE SPECIALIST

Richard Zimlich, MD

Richard Zimlich, MD

Hip & Knee Specialist

 Eric Stem, MD

Eric Stem, MD

Hip & Knee Specialist

Neal Huang, MD

Neal Huang, MD

Hip & Knee Specialist

Sarah Burden, FNP-BC

Sarah Burden, FNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner

Elizabeth Smiley, MMS, PA-C

Elizabeth Smiley, MMS, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Savannah Spearman, FNP-BC

Savannah Spearman, FNP-BC

Physician Assistant

Hip & Knee Specialists

Fast forward to feeling better with Lowcountry Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine’s board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeons that specialize in joint reconstruction and hip and knee surgery.

Same Day Appointments

JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGERY

BILATERIAL KNEE REPLACEMENT

The benefits of same-day total hip or knee replacement surgery include fast recovery, lower risk of infection, no risk of hospital-acquired illness, cost reduction, and increased patient satisfaction. Patients interested in same-day joint surgery should schedule an evaluation with Dr. Zimlich to review their medical profile for candidacy.

BILATERIAL KNEE REPLACEMENT

Dr. Eric Stem uses 3D-printing technology to create a more natural-feeling knee replacement. Using Conformis’s advanced systems, he tailors implants to each patient’s anatomy, enhancing satisfaction and recovery with personalized plans and 3D-printed instruments.

3D PRINTING

Hip & Knee Solutions

Total Knee Replacement
Joint replacement surgery is a safe and effective procedure to relieve pain, correct leg deformity, and help you resume normal activities.
Knee Revision
Revision total knee replacement is the replacement of a failed total knee prosthesis with a new prosthesis.
Partial Knee Replacement
Patients with osteoarthritis that is limited to just one part of the knee may be candidates for partial knee replacement.
Hip Replacement

Hip replacement surgery is a safe and effective procedure that can relieve your pain, increase motion, and help you get back to enjoying normal, everyday activities.

Partial Hip Replacement

Partial hip replacements have been performed successfully at all ages, from the young teenager with juvenile arthritis to the elderly patient with degenerative arthritis.

3D Imprinting

3D-printing technology customizes knee replacements for a precise fit based on CT scans and X-rays, leading to a more natural feel, higher satisfaction, and faster recovery.

Robot-Assisted Outpatient Knee Replacement

Mako technology creates a 3D model to plan and execute precise implant placement with robotic assistance, reducing downtime, scarring, and post-operative pain.

Hip and Knee Videos

FAQ's

Same-Day Joint Replacement

The benefits of same-day total hip or knee replacement surgery include fast recovery, lower risk of infection, no risk of hospital-acquired illness, cost reduction, and increased patient satisfaction. Patients interested in same-day joint surgery should schedule an evaluation with Dr. Zimlich to review their medical profile for candidacy.

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