About This Clinic
UT Health Austin’s Hip and Knee Clinic within the Musculoskeletal Institute diagnoses, treats, and manages conditions affecting the hip and knee joints, including arthritis, avascular necrosis of the bone, meniscal tears, fractures, ligamentous injuries and tendinitis, in adult patients (18 years and older). We specialize in caring for the most complex hip and knee conditions and offer advanced procedures such as primary and revision joint replacements, ligament reconstructions, and treatments for painful or dysfunctional joint implants.
Maintaining the health of your hip and knee joints is essential for preserving mobility, preventing injury, and managing chronic conditions. Whether you are physically active, recovering from a prior surgery, or experiencing pain due to overuse or aging, our team is dedicated to supporting your recovery and optimizing your joint health to enhance your overall quality of life.
Treatment Approach
At UT Health Austin, we take a multidisciplinary approach to your care. This means you will benefit from the expertise of multiple specialists across a variety of disciplines caring for you in one place to avoid having to schedule multiple appointments with providers at locations all over the city. The Hip and Knee Clinic care team includes orthopedic surgeons, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, dietitians, social workers, and more who work together to help you achieve optimal joint function, restore mobility, and improve your quality of life.
We collaborate with our colleagues at the Dell Medical School and The University of Texas at Austin to utilize the latest research, diagnostic, and treatment techniques, allowing us to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to improve your joint health and overall well-being. We offer a range of minimally invasive surgical techniques, including direct anterior hip replacement, robotic joint replacement, treatment for periprosthetic joint infections, and complex revision joint replacements. Advanced imaging and lab testing are also available on-site if needed.
Appointment Information
At UT Health Austin, we focus on you, the whole patient, making sure that you have the support you need throughout your care. To explore FAQs regarding your upcoming appointment, please click here.