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...
Dr. Erik Hansen, MD
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Dr. Erik Hansen, MD, a renowned orthopedic surgeon based in San Francisco, specializes in hip and knee surgeries, including reconstruction, replacement, and revision procedures. Notably, he excels in the direct anterior approach for hip replacement, known for faster postoperative healing and improved joint stability. Hansen's research focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing infections around artificial joints, showcasing his commitment to enhancing patient outcomes.
With a medical degree from the University of California San Francisco and a fellowship at the prestigious Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Hansen brings a wealth of expertise to his practice. He directs databases tracking total joint replacements and postsurgical joint infections, underscoring his dedication to advancing orthopedic care. Patients laud his warm, courteous approach, thorough explanations, and personalized attention, consistently praising his professionalism and exceptional surgical skills.
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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...

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,...
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...
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...