I was privileged to receive an (outpatient) right hip replacement via Dr. Deister "today". He did an "awesome" job. He will also be doing a knee replacement, & I would not consider going to anyone else. No pain at rest - only when getting up/down (mild/moderate, well controlled). What's "remarkable" - I also have chronic "piriformis syndrome" - nerve compression / numbness in opposite leg - that's been severely exacerbated by laying on the OR table during two "prior" (unrelated) surgeriesn (two separate prior ortho's). Absolutely "NO" exacerbated numbness w/ Dr. Deister - a "miracle"! Very, very pleased w/ his care! read more