A diagnosis of advanced joint wear
If you have been told you have osteoarthritis or joint damage, the diagnosis and how it affects your function can be reviewed.
Joint replacement consultation
A joint replacement is considered after the diagnosis, function, and alternatives have been reviewed.
Joint replacement may be discussed for knee, hip, or shoulder conditions in selected situations. The consultation is used to review the diagnosis, symptoms, function, and the options that make sense to consider.
Individual assessmentGuadalajara and ZapopanConsultations from $1,000 MXN
Before considering replacement
The decision is not based on an image alone.
X-rays and other studies are important, but they are reviewed together with pain, movement, function, previous treatment, and the goals that matter to you.
Persistent limitations despite previous care
Symptoms, prior non-surgical treatment, available studies, and your daily limitations are considered together.
When to consult
Questions a joint replacement consultation can address
The purpose is to support an informed discussion. It does not determine that surgery is appropriate before your individual assessment.
A diagnosis of advanced joint wear
If you have been told you have osteoarthritis or joint damage, the diagnosis and how it affects your function can be reviewed.
Persistent limitations despite previous care
Symptoms, prior non-surgical treatment, available studies, and your daily limitations are considered together.
Questions about a surgery already suggested
Bring your images, reports, and questions so the procedure, alternatives, and what can affect the decision can be discussed.
What is reviewed
What is reviewed before a joint replacement decision?
The exact assessment depends on the joint and the situation, but it should clarify why an option may or may not be appropriate for you.
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Diagnosis and joint condition
The consultation reviews symptoms, examination findings, and available images or reports.
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Function and goals
Daily activity limitations, movement, work, caregiving, exercise, and other personal goals are part of the discussion.
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Alternatives and next steps
Non-surgical care, other procedures, joint replacement, or further evaluation may be reviewed according to the findings.
Your orthopedic specialist
Dr. Carlos Alberto García Águila
Traumatology and Orthopedics
Care for knee, hip, shoulder, hand, wrist, foot and ankle concerns, sports injuries, fractures, and assessment of surgical and non-surgical alternatives.
- Medical Doctor and Midwife, University of Guadalajara (CUCS).
- Medical specialty training at the Antiguo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara.
- Advanced specialty training in Joint Preservation and Joint Replacement Surgery, University of Guadalajara.
- Master’s degree in Advanced Knee Pathology and Surgery, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Clínica CEMTRO, Madrid.
- Graduate studies in Education, Teaching and Research, Universidad Santander.
Professional license
9397150
Specialty license
15138725
CMOT certification
14/8067/25
Before booking
Frequently asked questions.
01Does osteoarthritis always require joint replacement?
No. The relevant options depend on the diagnosis, symptoms, function, joint condition, and your individual circumstances.
02Can I decide about joint replacement from an X-ray?
Images are important, but the decision also requires clinical assessment, symptom review, function, previous care, and an informed discussion of alternatives.
03Can I request a second opinion?
Yes. Bring your available images, reports, and information about previous treatments so the situation can be reviewed in context.
Immediate care: An elective joint replacement consultation is not for urgent trauma. For a recent injury with severe pain, deformity, or inability to bear weight, seek immediate medical care.
Scheduled consultation: A scheduled consultation is appropriate once an emergency or acute injury has received immediate care when needed.