The 20 Best Hip Replacement Doctors near Lancaster, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 9 doctor with experience in Hip Replacement near Lancaster, SC. Of these, 9 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Hospital Medicine

    MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center

    800 West Meeting St, 
    Lancaster, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai was born and raised in Eritrea and earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Gondar College of Medical Sciences. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, followed by a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at Atrium Health in Charlotte, North Carolina. With over 15 years of experience as a hospitalist, Dr. Tesfai has been a dedicated member of the medical team at MUSC Lancaster Medical Center for more than six years. He is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and brings a wealth of knowledge in both acute inpatient and geriatric medicine. Dr. Tesfai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hip Replacement. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Experienced in Hip Replacement

    MUSC Health Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - Lancaster

    1025 West Meeting Street, Suite 101, 
    Lancaster, SC 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Marcus Briones is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in upper extremity surgery. He was recognized as a Top Doctor by Charlotte Magazine in 2021 and is pleased to join MUSC Health - Lancaster. Dr. Briones originally hails from Canton, Ohio. He completed his undergraduate work at the University of Richmond, Virginia, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He subsequently earned a Master of Science in epidemiology at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA. Utilizing this degree, he worked as a contractor to the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland managing medical research studies for several years. He returned to Richmond, VA, and earned his M.D. at Virginia Commonwealth University, where he graduated with Alpha Omega Alpha honors. He received the AD Williams award in his third year for best academic achievement in his class. Dr. Briones completed his residency training at MUSC Health in Charleston, SC. There he earned the Siegling Resident Research Award and was named Chief Resident in his 5th year. Dr. Briones completed a fellowship in Upper Extremity Surgery at Triangle Orthopedics in Durham, NC. He was mentored by Dr. William Mallon, a former PGA tour pro, past president of the Shoulder and Elbow Society, and chief editor of the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. Dr. Briones is excited to join MUSC Health after working in private practice for the past 11 years. Dr. Briones's main interests include upper extremity conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. He specializes in surgery of the hand, including carpal tunnel, trigger fingers, arthritis, trauma, and fracture care. He has advanced training in arthroscopic upper extremity procedures and minimally invasive surgery. He performs shoulder and elbows replacement surgery. Dr. Briones is also interested in general orthopedic surgery, providing care to all ages. Dr. Briones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hip Replacement. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Frozen Shoulder, Ganglion Cyst, Bursectomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Briones is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Experienced in Hip Replacement

    MUSC Health Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - Lancaster

    1025 West Meeting Street, Suite 101, 
    Lancaster, SC 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Mitchell Oetken is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, awarded in Northeast Indiana as a top doc. After earning a Bachelor of Science in biology at Northland College in Wisconsin, where he also played four years of collegiate basketball, Dr. Oetken continued his postgraduate studies at Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Oetken then earned his medical degree from Lincoln Memorial University in Tennessee, graduating with Sigma Sigma Phi honors and achieving the Anatomy Student-of-the-Year. Dr. Oetken completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura, California. He also completed additional training at the Children's Hospital of Orange County, Ventura County Medical Center, and Cedars Sinai in Los Angeles.Dr. Oetken is excited to join MUSC, bringing his passion for total joint replacements, orthopedic trauma, and minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures. Dr. Oetken is excited to offer the community his expertise in state-of-the-art robotic surgery, minimally invasive anterior approach total hip replacements, partial and total knee replacements, and anatomic and reverse total shoulder replacements. Dr. Oetken has practiced in both California and Indiana and has served as the team physician for several sports teams, including football and basketball, and is honored to now service the Lancaster County School District athletes. His goal is to become an active participant within the local community, as he has previously served as a board member for community development and economic vitality, as well as involvement in local government.In his free time, Dr. Oetken values spending time with his wife, their two beautiful daughters, and their two Labradoodles. Dr. Oetken also enjoys exercising, biking, basketball, traveling, and the outdoors. Dr. Oetken is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hip Replacement. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Oetken is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Experienced in Hip Replacement

    MUSC Health Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - Lancaster

    1025 West Meeting Street, Suite 101, 
    Lancaster, SC 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Matthew Geswell is an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine at MUSC Health - Lancaster. He completed his undergraduate work at Hobart College in Geneva, NY, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a minor in Health Professions. He was a four-year starter on the Hobart College Varsity Soccer team, making 4 NCAA tournament appearances and serving as captain his senior season. Dr. Geswell then received his M.D. from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York, earning Alpha Omega Alpha honors and volunteering as Community Outreach Coordinator for the NYMC student-run clinic helping underserved patients in East Harlem. He completed his residency training at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania, a level I trauma center, where he was named chief resident for his 5th year. Dr. Geswell then returned to New York to pursue subspecialty fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital. He had the opportunity to work alongside the team of physicians for the New York Jets. Dr. Geswell's main areas of interest include sports medicine and general orthopedics. His sports medicine fellowship provided additional training in various arthroscopic procedures for the knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, and elbow. Dr. Geswell also has a passion for general orthopedics, including fracture care and knee and shoulder joint replacement. In his free time, Dr. Geswell enjoys most outdoor activities such as playing or watching sports, golfing, skiing, fishing, boating, and running. Dr. Geswell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hip Replacement. His clinical expertise encompasses Collins Pope Syndrome, Osteoarthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Geswell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center

    800 W Meeting St, 
    Lancaster, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Avinash Juneja is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lancaster, South Carolina. Dr. Juneja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hip Replacement. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Acute Kidney Failure, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center

    800 W Meeting St, 
    Lancaster, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Surendar Bhandari is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lancaster, South Carolina. Dr. Bhandari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hip Replacement. His clinical expertise encompasses Endoscopy and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Orthopedics

    Musc Health Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine-Lancaster

    1025 W Meeting St Ste 101, 
    Lancaster, SC 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aran O'malley is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Lancaster, South Carolina. Dr. O'malley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hip Replacement. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Orthopedics

    Hospice Of Lancaster

    901 W Meeting St Ste 104, 
    Lancaster, SC 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Blue is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Lancaster, South Carolina. Dr. Blue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hip Replacement. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hip Replacement
    Internal Medicine

    Musc Health Primary Care-Lancaster

    201 W Meeting St Ste A, 
    Lancaster, SC 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dharmendra Bhaskaran is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lancaster, South Carolina. Dr. Bhaskaran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hip Replacement. His clinical expertise encompasses Aphthous Stomatitis, Sutton Disease 2, Canker Sore, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Hip Replacement?

    Hip joint replacement is surgery to replace all or part of the hip joint with a man-made joint. The artificial joint is called a prosthesis.

    When should I see a Hip Replacement doctor near Lancaster, SC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Hip Replacement doctor near Lancaster, SC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Hip Replacement doctors near Lancaster, SC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Hip Replacement doctors near Lancaster, SC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Hip Replacement doctor near Lancaster, SC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Hip Replacement doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hip Replacement doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Hip Replacement doctor near Lancaster, SC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Hip Replacement doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Hip Replacement doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Hip Replacement doctors near Lancaster, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hip Replacement doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Hip Replacement doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hip Replacement doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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