---
title: "Hip Replacement Services at Sutter Health"
description: "Sutter offers expert hip replacements with the most advanced surgical techniques to relieve pain, restore mobility, and improve your quality of life."
url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/hip-replacement"
---

1.  [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) /
2.  [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) /
3.  Hip Replacement

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# Hip Replacement

Our orthopedic surgeons specialize in advanced hip replacement techniques, including the traditional posterior approach, anterior approach and robotic-assisted surgery.

[Find a Doctor](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Orthopedic+Surgery%22%5D%7D%5D&offset=20&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals)

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## Why Choose Sutter?

If you’ve tried nonsurgical alternatives but you’re still dealing with an injury or severe arthritis, hip replacement surgery can help ease pain and restore mobility. Our experienced [joint replacement](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/joint-replacement?sc_site=SutterHealth&sc_lang=en) teams perform significantly better than the national average, with nine locations rated as top performing hospitals for hip replacement. We also have four care centers that have achieved Joint Commission Advanced Certification for hip and knee replacement.

At Sutter, your care team puts you first. Our skilled surgeons will walk you through your surgery options, including minimally invasive and robot-assisted procedures. You’ll also have access to educational tools, like joint seminars and joint replacement education binders, that can help you feel prepared and comfortable on the day of your appointment. After surgery, our recovery center teams will support you in regaining strength and getting back to the activities you love.

## By the Numbers

### 65+

Orthopedic Doctors

offer advanced pain management and state-of-the-art hip replacements for a faster recovery.

### 3,000+

Hip Replacements

are performed each year at our hospitals and surgery centers.

### 11

Healthgrades Awards

recognize nine of our hospitals and surgical centers for their excellent joint replacement and hip fracture care.

### 34

Joint Replacement Centers

offer advanced treatment, recovery and education to get you back on your feet.

## Need a Referral?

Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788).

[Request a Referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals)

## Conditions

-   [Arthritis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/arthritis-rheumatology)
-   Hip fracture
-   Hip Problems

## Diagnostics

-   CT scan
-   Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
-   X-ray

## Treatments

-   Anterior approach total hip replacement
-   [Hip care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/hip)
-   Robotic Hip Replacement

## Awards and accreditations

[View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Hip+replacement%22%5D%7D%5D)

Healthgrades

2026

Five-Star Recipient for Total Hip Replacement

U.S. News & World Report

2024-2025

High-Performing in Hip Replacement

Healthgrades

2024

America's 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement

U.S. News & World Report

2022

A Best Hospital in San Francisco

Healthgrades

2023

Five Stars for Total Hip Replacement

The Joint Commission

2023

High Quality in Hip and Knee Joint Replacements

[View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Hip+replacement%22%5D%7D%5D)

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## Comfortable In-Between Care

When you're ready to leave the hospital but not yet ready to go home, our four inpatient rehab centers offer a safe and healthy place for your continued recovery.

[View Inpatient Rehab Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/acute-inpatient-rehabilitation)

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## Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

From treating sports injuries to chronic conditions, our physical therapists can help you improve strength, mobility and coordination.

[View Physical Therapy Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/physical-therapy-and-rehabilitation)

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## Hip and Knee Replacement Outcomes

View the latest statistics on our patients' hip and knee replacement surgery outcomes — which are better than the national average.

[View Joint Replacement Outcomes](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/quality-care/service-outcomes/orthopedic-outcomes)

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## Musculoskeletal Conditions Research

Musculoskeletal conditions cause pain or injuries in the joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves and tendons that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Research aims to improve treatment and prevent these issues, especially in the workplace.

[View Research](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Musculoskeletal+Disorders%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=clinical_trial)

## Sutter's Picks

Health & wellness

### [Help for hip pain](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/help-for-hip-pain)

Diagnosing the cause of hip pain can be complicated. Here's what you need to know.

Health & wellness

### [Choosing an Orthopedic Surgeon for Joint Replacement](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/choosing-an-orthopedic-surgeon-for-joint-replacement)

Take these steps to find a surgeon who's right for you.

Health & wellness

### [5 Signs You May Need Joint Replacement](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/5-signs-joint-replacement)

Considering joint replacement surgery? These five key indicators may mean it’s time to talk to your doctor.

## Find a Doctor

Find your Sutter Health doctor.

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