Dr. Louis Kwong, MD Discusses the Evolution of Joint Replacement Surgery Over the Last Three Decades
With more than 34 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Louis Kwong, MD has witnessed remarkable advancements in joint replacement surgery. Over the past three decades, the field has evolved significantly, resulting in safer procedures, improved outcomes, and enhanced patient quality of life. Reflecting on these changes, Louis Kwong MD highlights some of the key innovations that have transformed the way joint replacement surgeries are performed today. In the early years of his career, joint replacement surgeries were often invasive, involving large incisions and extended recovery periods. According to Dr. Kwong, one of the most important advancements has been the shift toward minimally invasive techniques. “The development of smaller incisions and more precise surgical approaches has significantly reduced recovery times and post-operative pain for patients,” he explains. “This allows patients to return to their normal activities much faster than before.” Another major...