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Will doctors perform joint replacement?
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Yes: Most joint replacements are performed by orthopedic surgeons. Go to one who specialize in you joint problem.
Answered 8/13/2015
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Potentially: If you are a good candidate and it is in a joint for which we have joint replacements available, then typically yes.
Answered 6/11/2017
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