It has been a year since Dr. Erik Hansen performed the bilateral replacement of my knees. The surgery was successful and I was walking well enough 2 months later that I was able to make it to my 50th college reunion. Both my knees were in painful condition because of severe osteoarthritis that, over the last 10 years, had destroyed cartilage and ended with a bone against bone knee condition. As an active 73 year old that still wanted to continue being active - biking, hiking, walking and playing with grandchildren - I chose to replace both knees at the same time. It would require one less year of recovery and one less surgery to go through. Dr Hansen and his team agreed that I was a good candidate for bilateral surgery. Dr Hansen and his team have provided such an outstanding, empathic and caring care that allowed me to recover my mobility and physical activity fast and with minimal difficulty and pain. I would recommend his practice to anybody faced with the same problems read more

Dr. Hansen not only saved my husband's mobility, he likely saved his life. Husband was diagnosed with prosthetic joint infection after hip revision surgery with another provider who did not feel confident to proceed. Husband was also about to begin treatment for leukemia so the odds weren't great. Dr. Hansen performed a two stage revision after clearing infection. His confidence coupled with compassion was OVER THE TOP incredible. Forever grateful for this man to take his case. Writing this 3+ years later as we are now needing a "Dr. Hansen for knees". Wish I could wiggle nose and make that happen. I recommend him and his team without hesitation. PJI's are serious stuff and again, Hansen's ability to take on the challenge AND bring human kindness to the table are unsurpassed. read more

Erik Hansen, MD - Clearing prosthetic joint infection and 2-stage hip revision surgeries - Orthopedists Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Dr. Hansen is an excellent hip replacement surgeon and the staff at UCSF are all first rate. He takes his time to explain the surgical procedure and the various hip replacement materials (metal, ceramic, etc.). He's probably the one of the most popular orthopedists in San Francisco and therein lies the problem. Scheduling post surgery follow-ups with him is extremely difficult as his scheduling assistant is virtually impossible to get a hold of. She rarely answers her phone or returns calls unless you are scheduling an initial consultation. So the review in a nutshell is great experience pre and peri (during) surgery. Post surgery not so much. read more

I can't find my post, that I wrote almost three years ago. So I'm writing now to say how deeply grateful I am to Dr. Hansen and his whole team for an incredible work they are doing. For a while I had been hesitant about hip replacement, but the minute the surgery was over, and I was able to walk with a walker a few hours after it (the walker was needed for a short while), Dr Hansen has been included into my morning prayers :) He is a top notch professional, he is a caring man who treats his patients with respect , and fills them with confidence in the successful outcome of the surgery and the treatment. Can't thank you enough, Dr Hansen! I highly, highly recommend Dr Hansen. And separate, special thanks to Rachel Wynne, who is part of Dr Hansen team. She is so professional in what she does, and she is so charming, and caring, and attentive. Thank you Rachel! read more

I had a hip replacement in 2018. anterior surgery. From the first day post op i had so much pain moving my leg laterally. This Only got worse and with inability to move or sleep. Dr Hansen indicated after surgery that my hips were the same length, later he told me he was sure he told me it was 5mm to long. actually it was 10 mm. When I questioned who did the surgery ie fellow or resident ? He said he usually places the implant. Well I had to have a revision Because of leg length Since it was over 2 years with a leg that was too long it is questionable it will ever be right. I can not go up stairs or walk any distance. Would have been helpful if sometime in the 2 years of unresolved Issues a review of what was done Might have brought the leg length issue up sooner than 2 years. read more

I live 120 miles away from UCSF but having Dr. Hansen is well worth the drive. He is not only a brilliant surgeon but he is a compassionate and caring physician who cares for his patients. He takes the time to answer your concerns and takes in all your medical history to ensure a wonderful outcome. read more

This review is LONG overdue. My husband (who does not Yelp) has been having some issues with his knees. Dr. Hansen was recommended to us by a someone we know. Not only is he a compassionate and kind doctor, his approach/solution was perfect for my husband! If I can even give 10 stars to a doctor, he TOTALLY deserves it! read more

Dr. Hansen at UCSF did another total hip replacement on my other hip 1 year later Still amazing. It's been 2 weeks. I'm driving and have not even needed any type of crutch to walk I expect a full recovery once again and to be back on the tennis court come fall. He and his staff are fantastic read more

I had 3 previous knee replacement surgeries that were botched. Im severely allergic to all metals and was in absolute agony. Dr. Hansen completely fixed both knees. I am only 4 months post op and I never thought I could be pain free until now. Im a little sore, but no pain. Would go back to him and highly recommend him. Thank you for giving me my life back. read more

It's been two years since Dr. Hansen replaced my right hip. I believe he is skilled and competent, yet two weeks after anterior hip surgery I started experiencing extreme soreness in my knee. I had two follow up appts. with Dr. Hansen in which Dr. Hansen had no idea why my knee was hurting. And, I'm not so sure he cared as he confirmed the hip was fine. Personally, I think my leg was over rotated in surgery and that event triggered a disruption in my knee structure. It's like taking your car to a repair shop to fix your engine. The engine may run perfect yet you discover a knocking in your transmission as a result of the engine being removed. No one really wants to take responsibility. Two years of pain, and I have had to find other orthopedic practitioners that can help solve my knee issues that occurred as a result of my hip surgery. read more

Rushed through the appointment, appeared completely unfamiliar with my case, and was quick in and out. I hardly was able to ask questions he contradicted himself on top of that, very disappointed, especially given the physician he sent me to kept saying, oh we don't do that, the orthopedic does.... read more

Dr Hansen has been my orthopedist since 2014. When he took me on as a patient, I'd had 4 hip replacements, bilateral replacements in 2007 and in 2014, 2 right hip replacements in one week. Both dislocated in days, leaving me with a dislocated hip. Dr. Hansen courageously took on my case and successfully replaced my right hip and it was a complicated procedure. My "original" metal hips have caused metallosis, which eroded a hole on the right side, and is now beginning to erode the left hip. Dr Hansen will soon be replacing my left hip. While I do not relish more surgery, at least I am confident that Dr Hansen is not only a talented surgeon, but he has the intelligence and problem solving skills to handle any surprises that may come his way during my surgery. Thank you, Dr Hansen! read more

Had a hip replaced 4 days ago by Dr Hansen and his team at UCSF which has professional and caring people from check in to discharge They really do care! Dr Hansen is a humble man and an amazing surgeon, 4 days out and I'm walking quite easily (with cane and sometimes walker) and post operative pain which was never that bad is easing off and in fact is less than before the operation I'd rather skip the whole hip replacement thing.... Duhh? But given no options I can't imagine the experience getting any easier or being dealt with by a more professional staff EWB read more

Dr. Eric Hansen is a rising star in the field of orthopaedic surgery. Though not as heralded as his older colleagues in the knee and hip replacement section of the UCSF Medical Center Orthopaedic Surgery Department, I chose Dr. Hansen because of his preference for the direct anterior approach hip replacement surgery. This is a relatively new technique in which the hip joint is approached from the front rather than the side or posterior of the hip. The approach allows for smaller incisions and for the hip to be accessed without cutting or detaching major muscles. The result, among others, is that patients almost always have significantly shorter rehabilitation times after surgery. On the first day after surgery, I was up and taking a few steps with a walker. Before I was released from the hospital on the second day after surgery, I had already taken two laps around the perimeter of the hospital, and had walked up and down two flights of stairs. I walked into my home that day with the use of a walker, but have not used it since. On the sixth day after surgery, my physical therapist encouraged me to take my dog for a walk. We took a one half mile walk that day, we have repeated that walk every day since, and I have not used an assistive device of any kind. It is now the eighth day after surgery, and though I am in some pain, it is controlled by medications. I am having a hard time believing the progress I have made. I believe I owe it all to the surgical skills of Dr. Hansen, and to the efforts of the excellent staff at UCSF. I also feel compelled to comment on Dr. Hansen's "bedside manner." His warm, friendly and informative approach has been greatly appreciated by me and my family. My wife and I were both impressed by the amount of time Dr. Hansen spent with each of us, both before and after the surgery, to make sure that we were comfortable with all that laid ahead of us. I can't tell you how grateful I am to Dr. Hansen for all that he has done. I give him the highest recommendation available. read more

2.5 years ago I had an anterior hip replacement at UCSF with Dr. Erik Hansen. Immediately following surgery I had intense pain trying to move my leg in any direction. I previously had a Right hip replacement that was so successful and very limited discomfort. I complained about the pain to his PA for months until I demanded an MRI which showed a large effusion of the joint and the muscles of the leg. At the time I was told my leg was 5mm longer than the right. I had injections into the bursa, nerves to be able to walk. It was two and half years of constant pain. I met an ortho surgeon on vacation who suggested that the leg was probably fixable but would require surgery. This based on watching me walk. Turn out my leg was not 5mm long but over 10 mm long and required revision to reduce the size. The muscles in my leg were stretched beyond their tolerance and that was causing the constant pain. If only the thought had been to go and review the leg length. I had a revision surgery by Dr. Mast and 9 weeks post op I am waiting to see if the muscles will remodel and the pain with no longer be an issue. Medicine is very slow to review what has been done and as a result I lived with 2.5 years of pain, every day and had my life severely restricted. read more

Gratitude. I cannot over state how positive my experience with UCSF and particularly Dr. Hansen has been. My experience was one of declining, debilitating, ever-more painful issues with my left hip. It affected every aspect of my life. The pain manifested itself in my butt, hip, back, down the leg, My muscles were atrophying. My range of motion severely limited. It was on my mind continually. I couldn't stand nor sit and have a dinner or conversation or concentrated work without gritting my teeth through pain and trying to conceal it. As a result, I was withdrawing more from all types of activities. The only relief would be found through sleep and rest. I was taking alot of alleve and advil. I spent a lot on accupuncture and chiropractic, physical therapy and tried to stretch and weight train to address the problem. Previously, I'd seen another Doctor who really, missed an obvious major arthritic issue with my hip. I had a lot of fear going into this experience. I had a lot of distrust for the entire medical system generally. From my initial diagnosis with Dr. Summerfield at UCSF to my consultation and ultimate surgery at UCSF Parnassus with Dr. Hansen and his associates my experience has been exceptional. They are courteous and knowledgeable; respectful and kind. I had competent and thorough care and guidance throughout diagnosis, surgery, and recovery and rehabilitation. A year later and I can say the surgery has been life changing. I am no longer preoccupied with pain and the anxiety associated with hip pain. I no longer run (of course) but my strength has improved to a point where I am stronger than prior to the surgery. I can walk , stand, cycle, swim, lift without pain. Its rather amazing, to be honest. I can only say thank you. I am extremely grateful. read more

Dr, Eric Hansen did a bilateral hip replacement for me last December. I am 77 years old but not retired! I have two grandchildren who live with me and I need to be constantly active. Although prior to surgery I was relegated to a walker, within a few weeks the physical therapist sent to my home told me I didn't need him but should just drive to a PT facility. I did. The most difficult part of the process was sleeping on my back.( Incisions on both hips prevented me from rolling over until they healed.) Christmas was 20 days after the surgery and I had 17 people at my house for dinner.The whole experience at UCSF was excellent. My husband needs a single hip replacement and would not go to anyone but Dr. Hansen.My dogs are happy, too. It was not long after my surgery that we could take our walks again. . read more

I am not a big review writer, but wanted to write one for Dr. Hansen. I had a total hip done just over a year ago. I am younger than most patients and very into hiking, biking, wake boarding, etc. My hip just wore out, not sure why. But my desire to stay active did not. I met with a number of doctors as I tried to determine the best one for me, and the best product to use. I looked at posterior and anterior approach, metal vs ceramic vs plastic, and even looked at the Birmingham. In the end, I decided on Dr. Hansen because of the products that he uses, the anterior approach and his reputation. I couldn't be happier. He did a great job. I was in the hospital only one day (you should not assume this will happen), never even purchased the pain medicine, and have healed really quickly. My hip will never be what it was before, but I am back to doing almost all activities - with the exception of running. I would definitely recommend Dr. Hansen and UCSF. read more

am just 6 weeks post-op, total hip replacement by dr erik hansen at ucsf. Yesterday biked around the park for a couple of hours, today did pilates and yoga classes and biked @ 3 miles. no problem! have been pain free throughout, no medications other than aspirin for minor inflammation. i did become anemic after the surgery, no transfusion. The low red blood cell count has been more of a probelm thanthe hip, causng fatigue after the slightest exertion the first 4-5 weeks. Relatively easy return to my usual paceof life. thank you dr hansen! anterior appraoch much faster healing - my Other hip was replaced 9 years ago at SF gen by dr. hansens teacher, dr. amir matityahu, also an excellent surgeon. 2 titanium hips! both work just fine! read more

On all counts, Dr. Erik Hansen is top-notch: skilled surgeon, sensitive, warm human being..and seemingly always available, even replying to an email I sent him on a Sunday evening of a holiday weekend.The new hip he gave me in June, 2016 performs perfectly. read more

Dr. Hansen and his team were top notch from first consultation to his pre-op and post-op check-in's through his Health Loop portal which allowed for frequent check-in's, almost "instant" responses post-op and excellent overall care. Along with his high level of skills as a surgeon, he has excellent communications skills and is a good listener. His entire team is A-1. read more

I am the poster child for failed hip surgery. Hansen has bailed me out, three complicated ops for that. He is a real super expert in failed hip surgery, also quiet caring personality. The support staff of residents and nursing care at UC have also been superb. read more

There were only two Drs in the Bay Area who were qualified to take my case. I chose Dr Hansen and never regretted it. After being born w/ a dislocatrd hip and having my hip socket graphed & rebuilt three times forty yrs ago, it finally needed to be replaced. Dr Hansen, partnered w/ Dr Reis, came up w/ a plan for my complicated replacement. I was nervous & unsure about the whole situation. Dr Hansen was always calm, sensitive & reassuring. My surgery was not only a success & fours yrs later I am pain free, but, for the first time in about 45 yrs, I no longer needed the lift I had been wearing in my shoe (due to my legs being almost a 1/2 inch different in length). That was value add! Thank you, Dr Hansen! P.S. Angela, his PA is great also! read more

I have been going to Dr Hansen for follow up on my right knee revision and left knee replacement and found him and his staff first class. They go the extra mile to make sure everything is performing well and functioning correctly. Their bed side manner is outstanding and only matched by their professional knowledge. Frank K read more

Dr Hansen is one of the most compassionate, intelligent and talented surgeons, ever. :) He just replaced my right hip and my left one in 2015 is now pretty much pain free. I'm sorry I won't go into the gory details because the jury is still out on how well the right side will do. It may take me a bit longer to heal than some of the other posters so I feel it's important just to state that he did his best and so far, what was a very painful hip on the left, a year later is now pain free. I have other issues so it's ok, all that matters is it's better now. Thanks Erik!! :) read more

Dr. Hansen presented himself as skilled, confident and empathetic all at once and immediately extended a bond of optimism and trust. After receiving Dr. Hansen's thorough explanation, I chose the anterior procedure for my hip replacement and his forecasts of immediate elimination of joint pain, not pain from the surgical incision itself which diminished quickly, and of my progressive recovery steps, were accurate and most welcome. He personally handled my first two follow-up visits and sent frequent e-mail inquiries about my progress. After lumbar and cervical spine surgeries within the six months before my hip surgery, I was delighted and relieved that my hip replacement produced, without qualification, such a terrific result. I have the highest possible regard for Dr. Hansen and cannot recommend him more strongly. read more

Dr. Hansen is knowledgeable, professional and personable. He and his staff were truly amazing as I entered into a right knee implant in February. He and his staff truly cared about my quality of life as a patient and they walked me though all the steps to a full recovery. He is thr shining star in the UCSF system and so nice. read more

excellent knee replacement operation. the team is very helpful. always realistic advise. That matters. Thank you.