Hip Preservation Program Second Opinions

At the Cincinnati Children’s Hip Preservation Program, we recognize that choosing to undergo a major hip surgery is a big decision, whether it’s a choice you’re making for yourself or your child. You may want more than one expert’s opinion. Our team offers second opinions for the full spectrum of hip disorders, including congenital, developmental, and post-traumatic.

The Benefit of Getting a Second Opinion

Some hip surgeries — including full hip replacements, periacetabular osteotomy (PAO), and surgical hip dislocations — are complex procedures with long-term effects. Second opinions can offer the peace of mind that you want when choosing between surgical and non-surgical treatments.

Our program focuses on preserving the hip. Through a physical exam and imaging, we evaluate patients to see if we can prevent or delay the need for a hip replacement. Our physicians have expertise in hip conditions that start in childhood, develop later in life, or are a result of trauma. They perform surgeries that are not widely offered elsewhere. When you get an opinion from experts like ours, it can help to give you a full picture of the hip condition affecting your life.

Come Prepared

We ask patients to please bring all prior imaging (MRI, CT, X-ray) from any outside facility on a disc when you come for your appointment.

When seeking a second opinion, we advise you to write down any questions you have so you don’t forget them once you’re here. Know the goal of your visit — whether it’s simply to gather more information, learn about a specific treatment option, or make a final decision on your or your child’s treatment.We want you to get the most out of your appointment and get the best experience here. Coming in prepared will help us provide that for you.

Starting the Process

Call, email, or use our online contact form to get in touch with us. We will get back to you within one or two business days. We’ll ask you several questions about your or your child’s condition and diagnosis. We’ll talk through the specific information you’re seeking and how we might be able to help. If you’re interested in setting up an appointment, we can help you do it.

We can provide second opinions in person, or our hip preservation clinical committee can review your records and imaging and provide an evaluation remotely.