Chad Hills, DO
Medical School
Midwestern University - Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Glendale AZ
Board Certified
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
D.O. License
Arizona
Language
English
Originally from Flagstaff, Dr. Hills completed his undergraduate degree at ASU in Kinesiology, before moving on to medical school at Midwestern University in Glendale. He completed his orthopedic residency at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. He served a total of ten years in the military, being stationed in Republic of Korea, Germany and Afghanistan before returning to the United States to complete fellowship training in Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction at UCLA. Dr. Hills’ focus is on treatment of hip and knee osteoarthritis, joint replacement surgery, to include complex revisions of both the hip and knee. He incorporates and is adept with less invasive procedures to promote faster recovery. He utilizes robotic assisted surgery to ensure improved accuracy and results. Dr. Hills performs outpatient surgeries at Tucson Medical Center’s Orthopedic Tower, allowing patients to be discharged either same day or less than 24 hours when medically safe.
Specialty
Revision Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, MAKO® Robotic Hip Replacement, MAKO® Robotic Partial and Total Knee Replacement
Residency – Orthopaedic Surgery - Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma WA
Fellowship – Adult Reconstruction - University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles CA
Affiliations – American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (Fellow)
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (Fellow)
TELEHEALTH
We are now offering telehealth visits to aid in the comprehensive care for TOI patients. These visits can be scheduled through the Medical Assistant or by using the Appointment Scheduling link.
Support Team
Julie Fronczek, PA-C
Education:
- MS: Physician Assistant, University of St. Francis – Albuquerque Campus, Albuquerque, NM
- BS: Medical Technology, East Central University, Ada, OK
Accreditation:
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Educational Videos & Downloads
At Tucson Orthopaedic Institute, we want you to feel equipped to take control of your treatment and care. Our team has prepared detailed tools and resources to assist you in your return to good health. Our resources will continue to grow and be available for you to use before, during and after your visit.
TOTAL JOINT REPLACEMENT
Below are some instructional videos you can use for how to get around using a walker.
Learn how to maneuver from the sitting position to a standing position using a walker.
Learn how to go from a standing position to a seated position using a walker.
Learn the step by step process of how to properly use a walker.
Learn how to properly elevate and ice you new joint after a surgery.
Learn step by step instructions on how to elevate your own surgical leg allowing someone to put pillows or quilts beneath.
Step by step instructions on getting into a car using a walker.
The video will review how to get out of a car using a walker.
Some helpful tips on making your way down stairs using a walker.
A detailed step-by-step video of how to go up the stairs using a walker.
Some helpful tips on making your way down stairs using a walker.
How to go up a curb using a walker.
How to easily go down a curb using a walker.
HIP AND KNEE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
CLICK HERE to download a brochure on your Total Joint Replacement procedure. Â This will cover topics such as:
- Where your surgery will be performed
- Getting your home ready
- Scheduling your physical therapy
- What to bring the day of surgery
- What to expect the day of surgery
- Post-operative care
- Dressing and showering
- Pain control
- Common complaints and recommendations
- and more!
Support Team
Julie Fronczek, PA-C
Education:
- MS: Physician Assistant, University of St. Francis – Albuquerque Campus, Albuquerque, NM
- BS: Medical Technology, East Central University, Ada, OK
Accreditation:
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)