In this episode of the Coastal Bend Spotlight Series, Dr. Anthony Avila, DPT sits down with Dr. Jason Thompson, M.D., a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacements and a former professional soccer player who won the 2004 MLS Cup with DC United. Dr. Thompson shares his journey from professional soccer into orthopedics, the parallels between sports and surgery, advancements in surgical techniques such as the anterior hip approach, and the role of physical therapy in recovery.
What’s Covered
- Dr. Thompson’s transition from professional soccer to orthopedic surgery
- Advancements in hip and knee replacement, including the muscle-sparing anterior approach
- Common misconceptions about joint replacement and “minimally invasive” marketing claims
- The role of robotics in modern joint replacement surgery
- Why physical therapy is central to recovery after surgery
Watch the full conversation above, or request an appointment if you’re working through a hip or knee issue of your own.