About St. David’s Center for Hip and Knee Replacement (Austin, TX)
Hip and Knee Replacement Specialists in Austin, TX
If hip or knee pain is limiting your mobility or keeping you from the activities you enjoy, the specialists at St. David’s Center for Hip and Knee Replacement can help you understand your treatment options and find a path forward.
Located at St. David’s Medical Center in Austin, Texas, our Center is led by board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons Gregory Catlett, MD and David Michel, MD, who specialize in hip and knee replacement. Their expertise includes primary and revision joint replacement, as well as the evaluation and treatment of painful or problematic hip and knee replacements.
Patients receive care at St. David’s Medical Center, ranked No. 2 in Texas for joint replacement by Healthgrades and recognized among America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement™ for four consecutive years (2023–2026). The hospital also received Healthgrades’ America’s 100 Best Hospitals Award™ for 2026, placing it among the top 2% of hospitals nationwide for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year, and was named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® in 2026 by Premier, Inc., ranking among the top 20 large community hospitals in an analysis of 2,540 U.S. hospitals and healthcare systems.
We offer both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options based on each patient’s diagnosis, symptoms and goals. When joint replacement is appropriate, our surgeons use evidence-based techniques and advanced technology to help reduce pain, restore mobility and support recovery.
| Mon | 8:00AM – 4:30PM |
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| Tues | 8:00AM – 4:30PM |
| Wed | 8:00AM – 4:30PM |
| Thurs | 8:00AM – 4:30PM |
| Fri | 8:00AM – 1:00PM |
Specialized Hip and Knee Care
Hip and knee pain can have many causes, and joint replacement is not always the right, first or only treatment option. Our specialists evaluate your symptoms, imaging, medical history and goals to determine the treatment options that are appropriate for you.
Our hip and knee services include:
- Primary hip and knee replacement
- Revision hip and knee replacement
- Evaluation and treatment of painful or problematic joint replacements
- Second opinions for hip and knee replacement
- Anterior hip replacement
- Partial knee replacement
- Robotic-assisted partial and total knee replacement
- Nonsurgical treatments, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP), corticosteroid and viscosupplementation injections
- Telemedicine visits for eligible patients
Hip Replacement
When hip arthritis, joint degeneration or another hip condition causes persistent pain and limits everyday activities, hip replacement may be an option when nonsurgical treatments no longer provide adequate relief.
Our surgeons specialize in primary and revision hip replacement and offer the anterior approach to hip replacement when appropriate for the individual patient. Treatment recommendations are based on your diagnosis, anatomy, overall health and personal goals, with the goal of reducing pain and improving function.
We also evaluate patients who continue to experience pain or other problems following a previous hip replacement. When appropriate, revision hip replacement may be recommended to address problems with an existing implant.
Knee Replacement
For patients with advanced knee arthritis or joint damage, knee replacement may help reduce pain and improve mobility when conservative treatments are no longer effective.
Our surgeons perform partial and total knee replacement, including robotic-assisted knee replacement when clinically appropriate. The appropriate surgical approach depends on the location and extent of joint damage, as well as each patient’s individual needs.
We also specialize in evaluating painful or problematic knee replacements and performing revision knee replacement when another procedure is needed to address an existing implant.
Revision Hip and Knee Replacement
Persistent pain or difficulty following a previous joint replacement deserves a thorough evaluation. Problems can develop for a variety of reasons, and identifying the cause is an important first step in determining the appropriate treatment.
Our orthopedic surgeons have specialized fellowship training in adult joint reconstruction and provide evaluation and treatment for patients experiencing problems with a previous hip or knee replacement. This includes second opinions and revision joint replacement when surgery is appropriate.
Nonsurgical Treatment Options
Surgery is not the right treatment for every patient with hip or knee pain. Depending on your condition, symptoms and goals, nonsurgical care may be recommended before considering joint replacement.
Treatment options may include activity modification, medications, physical therapy or in-office injections. Our physicians offer platelet-rich plasma (PRP), corticosteroid and viscosupplementation injections when clinically appropriate.
Our goal is to help you understand the full range of treatment options available so you can make an informed decision about your care.
Meet Our Hip and Knee Specialists
Gregory Catlett, MD
Gregory Catlett, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. He completed fellowship training in adult reconstructive surgery at Duke University School of Medicine and offers advanced surgical options, including anterior hip replacement and robotic-assisted total and partial knee replacement.
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David Michel, MD
David Michel, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. An Austin native, Dr. Michel completed fellowship training in adult joint reconstruction at Scripps Institute and emphasizes conservative treatment options when appropriate before considering surgery.
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Personalized Care From Consultation Through Recovery
Choosing how to treat ongoing hip or knee pain — and whether to have joint replacement surgery — is an important decision. At St. David’s Center for Hip and Knee Replacement, we take the time to explain your diagnosis, discuss your treatment options and answer your questions so you can make informed decisions about your care.
If surgery is recommended, our team remains focused on your care throughout treatment and recovery. Our goal is to help you reduce pain, improve mobility and return to the activities that are important to you.
Schedule an Appointment
If you are looking for a hip or knee replacement specialist in Austin, schedule an appointment with St. David’s Center for Hip and Knee Replacement. Our team can evaluate your symptoms, review your imaging and discuss the surgical and nonsurgical treatment options that may be appropriate for you.