Testimonials

5on Google,Jan 11, 2026

Ken

Dr. Mclawhorn is an exceptional physician and surgeon. He and his team guide you thoughtfully and caringly through every step of the surgical process. The attention to detail and patient care is unmatched. HSS is considered the best orthopedic hospital in the country and Dr. McLawhorn is certainly one of the reasons why that assessment is justified. I recommend him and his staff without question and would certainly consult him again in the future.

5on Google,Jan 11, 2026

Suzanne

Great surgeon I had 2 successful knee replacement with Dr Mclawhorn . I highly recommend him knowledgeable, honest, Great bed side and care.

5on Google,Jan 09, 2026

karen

I highly recommend Dr. McLawhorn - 5 stars plus

5on Google,Jan 09, 2026

Gloria

5on Google,Jan 09, 2026

Nucci

Absolutely the best thing I've done for myself in years. Thank you Dr. McLawhorn and all your associates, you're all amazing!

5on Google,Jan 08, 2026

Deidre

Dr. McLawhorn and his team were an absolute amazing group of doctors. HSS runs like a well oiled machine. My entire experience from start to finish was extremely positive. The surgeon has perfected his Craft, I was amazed at how quickly I healed with Little to no pain after a total hip replacement. I would highly recommend this surgeon.

5on Google,Jan 08, 2026

Sally

Awesome Doctor! I had a full knee replacement and my recovery was amazing. First 2 weeks were brutal (which I was made fully aware of) but now I’m 6 weeks in and to look at the knee, other than being a bit swollen, you’d never know anything happened. Scar is almost non existent! 100% recommend Dr. McLawhorn!

5on Google,Jan 08, 2026

Heather

I was looking for a new orthopedic physician for insurance purposes, and after some research, my daughter suggested Dr. McLawhorn. Let me express how grateful I am to have met Dr. McLawhorn. Dr. McLawhorn and his office always made sure to maintain a line of communication with me in the case that I had any questions or concerns. They were always very thorough in their explanations and very attentive whenever I spoke. Any nervousness I had before surgery vanished right away. In this day and age, its easy for patients to be intimidated in a medical setting. However, Dr. McLawhorn and his staff were so welcoming, respectful, helpful and kind. Hopefully I'll never need another surgery, but if were to ever need another, Dr. McLawhorn would be my go to because I know I'd be in great hands with no worries. My recovery has been going well and I know it wouldnt have been possible without Dr. McLawhorn. Definitely 10/10 service, very grateful. My utmost respect to him and his staff at HSS!!

5on Google,Jan 08, 2026

Lisa

Dr. McLawhorn and his entire staff are exceptional.

5on Google,Dec 28, 2025

Amanda

5on Google,Dec 28, 2025

Catherine

Dr. McLawhorn is amazing. Not only is he the best surgeon, he is kind and patient. I had two posterior hip replacements three months apart and due to Dr. McLawhorn, I have my life back. Shout out to his entire team and Stamford Health as well! Grateful beyond words!

5on Google,Dec 28, 2025

Mary Grace

5on Google,Dec 23, 2025

Yaakov

An AI search engine indicated that Dr. McLawhorn is the best joint replacement surgeon in the Tri-State area, and it may very well be true. My surgery could not have gone better, with superb results. Very courteous nursing and office staff as well. Highly recommended. Please note, not all insurances are accepted.

5on Google,Dec 20, 2025

bernadette

Flawless from start to finish. I will go nowhere else for orthopedic care or surgery. Dr. McLawhorn’s thorough explanation of what was happening, and meticulous review of state-of-the-art X-rays helped me to understand my hip and knee status and options. Dr. McLawhorn’s robotic surgery on my other hip was nothing short of elegant! His post-op recovery protocol advanced my healing safely, segueing me seamlessly into the active lifestyle I’d been missing. I went from being debilitatingly sedentary for an extended period, immobilized by bone-on-bone arthritis in the hip, to walking 35 miles/ week and cycling 40 – 60 miles per week over time. I can’t say enough about his absolute competence, commitment to and implementation of the highest standards — all of which have impressed me indelibly Giant thanks to Dr. McLawhorn, his PA’s and admin team. HSS is #1 for a reason: its commitment to advancing orthopedic care created the optimal healing environment for restoration of movement and subsequent ability to attract the best of the best!

5on Google,Dec 19, 2025

wordsmyth

Flawless from start to finish. I will go nowhere else for orthopedic care or surgery. Dr. McLawhorn’s thorough explanation of what was happening, and meticulous review of state-of-the-art X-ray/imaging helped me to understand my hip and knee status and options. Dr. McLawhorn’s robotic surgery on my other hip was nothing short of elegant! His post-op recovery protocol advanced my healing safely, segueing me seamlessly into the active lifestyle I’d been missing. I went from being debilitatingly sedentary for an extended period, immobilized by bone-on-bone arthritis in the hip, to walking 35 miles/ week and cycling 40 – 60 miles per week over time. I cannot say enough about his absolute competence, commitment to and implementation of the highest standards — all of which have impressed me indelibly Giant thanks to Dr. McLawhorn, his PA’s and admin team. HSS is #1 for a reason: its commitment to advancing orthopedic care created the optimal healing environment for restoration of movement and subsequent ability to attract the best of the best!

5on Google,Dec 18, 2025

Paul

Dr Mc Lawhorn has helped me with two procedures. His guidance and care we fantastic and I highly recommend him.

5on Google,Dec 18, 2025

Misachi

5on Google,Dec 16, 2025

GAChmiel

I was very impressed with the expert care and follow through care which I received from Dr. Alexander McLawhorn and his team. He performed a total hip arthroplasty procedure. Dr McLawhorn helped restore my function and I am grateful for his expertise. I received excellent care also at Stamford Hospital in all aspects as well. The care from start to finish from both the surgeon and hospital was seamless. They have their act together and it shows. Kudo's to both !

5on Google,Dec 11, 2025

Gregory

Dr Mclawhorn-You were awsome- from the first time (October 2/3 2019) to the second time ( October 11th of 2021 and today 12/11 /2025. I mention you all the time to friends, co- workers- members of the Fairfield and Westport YMCA. I appreciate so very very much!!!! Happy; Merry Christmas to you and your Family.. 🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓😀😀😀😀😀😀🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎!!!!!!!

5on Google,Dec 11, 2025

G

This week, I took the 3-hour drive to HSS to see Dr. McLawhorn about my painfully arthritic hip and knee. Dr. McLawhorn had already performed a total hip replacement for me more than 3 years ago, and I had such great results that I was determined to go to him again if ever needed another surgery. During my recent visit, Dr. McLawhorn checked over the x-rays that I had taken just before my appointment, as well as an older MRI disc that I had brought from home, and he clearly explained everything so that I could understand it. I was pleasantly surprised that he suggested that I hold off on having surgery for a while, and recommended that I have steroid shots in both joints instead. The steroid shots worked great, and my joints are pain-free right now. I really trust Dr. McLawhorn's expertise and I plan to go to him when it is time for joint replacement surgery.

5on Google,Dec 10, 2025

Naomi

Changed my life in 1 day with an outpatient hip replacement — after less than a month recovery, I am enjoying what I can only imagine is full mobility and range of motion.

5on Google,Dec 08, 2025

Steve

Dr. McLawhorn and his staff could not have been more thoughtful, caring or professional from my first consultation through my one-year post-op checkup. A pleasure to deal with in every way. I had my hip replacement surgery done at Stamford Hospital on the HSS floor and that was an equally great experience. I have total confidence in Dr. McLawhorn and highly recommend him. I also have several friends who have used him for joint replacement and they all feel the same way. My surgery and recovery were all perfect and I owe Dr. McLawhorn a debt of gratitude.

5on Google,Dec 06, 2025

Susan

Dr. McLawhorn is an exceptional surgeon. I first entrusted Dr. McLawhorn with my left hip replacement two years ago, and the results were excellent. The success of that procedure made my decision easy when I needed a right hip replacement revision, which prompted my recent travel from Boston to HSS for the one-year check-up. Both surgeries were a resounding success, restoring my full mobility. Both my left and right hips are now strong, durable, and expected to last the rest of my life. I am deeply grateful for Dr. McLawhorn's skills, knowledge, and ability. Not only did he perform the revisions flawlessly, but he also successfully figured out the root cause of my previous, recurring dislocations in the right hip—a truly challenging issue. He provides outstanding care with consistently excellent results, and I highly recommend him for his first-class expertise.

5on Google,Dec 02, 2025

J

5on Google,Dec 02, 2025

Inge

Dr. McLawhorn is not only a highly skilled surgeon, but his office is very responsive. The doctor and his staff made it easy to schedule my initial appointment and surgery, navigate the surgery requirements, and kept me well informed during post-op recovery. He listened to all my concerns, had my surgery scheduled in a timely fashion, and did such a good job on the "bikini cut" scar that it's almost invisible just six weeks post-surgery. The prosthesis was perfectly fitted using CT Scan 3-D modeling. I highly recommend Dr. McLawhorn for a total hip replacement, especially if you want a minimally-invasive and robotics assisted surgery.

5on Google,Dec 01, 2025

mary

Dr Mclawhorn is the best hip doctor! I am the 4th in a line of friends who had great outcomes and my clients also experienced great outcomes. I highly recommend him!

5on Google,Dec 01, 2025

Cayre

As a post surgical patient I can highly recommend Dr McLawhorn. From my first meeting with Dr M, I felt he was well qualified for the hip replacement procedure I needed. He clearly explained the need for the procedure, what he would do and what my recovery would be like. He and his staff were extremely responsive following the surgery. The support team in the office were very helpful with all questions and needs.

5on Google,Dec 01, 2025

James

Excellent doctor and all the staff that works with him are very nice and very professional

5on Google,Dec 01, 2025

geo

Hip Surgery went well and met all expectations

5on Google,Dec 01, 2025

Franca

My experience has been great with Dr Alexander McLawhorn he has been a godsend . I have had two hip replacements in the last two years and I just had my Knee replacement done on October 10th , 2025 . He’s a great doctor he listens to you and explains things on how procedures will go or how they went . His staff is also great kind and very helpful in anything you need . I definitely would recommend Dr Alexander McLawhorn if you need a orthopedic Dr .