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Two New Hips & Two New Knees!

Prior to my last Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) operation in 2009, I was playing golf in Portugal and failed to complete the round. I left the course on the 15th hole in a lot of pain. I have undergone bilateral … Continue reading

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It’s a BMHR in Birmingham for Chuck!

Chuck McBee travelled from the USA to Birmingham (UK) to see Derek McMinn for a BMHR. Here is his story… In July 2012, I had a left hip Birmingham Mid Head Resection (BMHR) with The McMinn Centre.  Prior to surgery, I was walking … Continue reading

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Totally transformed my life!

Christine Wilkins no longer struggles to play in golf club championships, thanks to the Metal-on-Metal Total Hip Replacement (THR) surgery she had in 2010 performed by Mr McMinn. Here is her story: I have always been a very active person … Continue reading

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Fifteen Years Pain-Free!

Norman Gidney underwent bilateral Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) surgery performed by Mr McMinn in 1997. Here is his story… I wore my hips out playing squash five or six days a week for over twenty five years on a court … Continue reading

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From Birmingham to Fuji

I have always led an active life playing football, squash and jogging. So, at the age of 29, I was shocked to find out the cause of my recurring groin strains was arthritis. I was told I would have to … Continue reading

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Taking Care of Business

Anthony’s Birmingham Hip Story… I am a businessman whose 43-year career has almost entirely been spent living in Asia but travelling constantly around the world. Sports ranging from running, tennis and golf to skiing and mountain climbing are an important … Continue reading

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Pain-Free and Active…

Financial Advisor Stephen Ross’s BHR Story… I was experiencing for several years in 2005 severe osteoarthritis in my left hip which nearly crippled me. This left me no choice but to seek the best possible medical advice that was available … Continue reading

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Tackling Hip Pain

Broadcaster & Ex Footballer Pat Nevin’s BHR Story… I started getting twinges just as I finished my football career aged 36. I had heard of Mr McMinn through the PFA and after seeing him he suggested I come back when ‘I couldn’t … Continue reading

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Jumping in at the Deep End

Lorraine’s BHR Story… I had a right Birmingham Hip Resurfacing 8 years ago at the tender age of 36. I was an active person, walking, badminton, lots of golf, cycling, running, but these activities became impossible due to the pain … Continue reading

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Don’t Put Up & Shut Up!

Chartered Surveyor Max and his BHR experience… When I had my first hip done in 1999 I had spent the previous 5-7 years in serious discomfort to the point of not being able to participate in any activity whatsoever. Having … Continue reading

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