Welcome to the Practice of Alexander McLawhorn, MD
With offices in NYC and Stamford, Dr. McLawhorn’s patients have convenient access to world-class care. Dr. McLawhorn is committed to evidence-based care, leveraging the latest in medical research to tailor treatments to patients’ individual needs. Dr. McLawhorn emphasizes customized care to help you get back to your active life faster.
Alexander S. McLawhorn, MD
Dr. Alexander McLawhorn is a specialist in minimally invasive hip and knee replacement. He performs more than 500 joint replacements every year. He has particular expertise in robot and computer-assisted joint replacement, direct anterior total hip replacement, total and partial knee replacement, hip resurfacing, and rapid-recovery joint replacement. Dr. McLawhorn provides bespoke care to active adults who require hip and knee replacement, tailoring his care recommendations to best address his patients’ individual conditions and treatment goals.
Specialties
Total Hip Replacement
Total hip replacement is the surgical reconstruction of the hip joint using prosthetic components.
Hip Resurfacing
Hip resurfacing involves resurfacing the ball of the hip joint and replacing the socket with artificial parts.
Total Knee Replacement
Total knee replacement is the surgical reconstruction of the knee joint using prosthetic components.
Partial Knee Replacement
Partial knee replacement involves the removal of only the damaged bone and cartilage in the knee and selective resurfacing with prosthetic parts.
Computer-Assisted Joint Replacement
Computer-assisted surgery techniques enable more accurate and reproducible joint replacement results.
Patient Testimonials
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Research
Dr. McLawhorn’s commitment to evidence-based treatments is furthered through his continued research efforts.
Awards
Dr. McLawhorn has received national and international recognition for his research, and has earned multiple awards & grants.
Presentations
Dr. McLawhorn is frequently invited to present his research both nationally and internationally.
Media Coverage
Dr. McLawhorn is often called upon to give his expert opinion on events and medical matters in the news.
