LA & Orange County Hip Osteoarthritis Doctor
Does your hip ache when you get out of bed, climb stairs, or sit too long?
When hip cartilage wears down, even standing up from a chair can send a dull ache through your groin and thigh.
Dr. Brett Shore is an Orange and LA County hip osteoarthritis doctor who treats every stage of degenerative hip disease.
15+
Years Treating Hip Conditions
11
Years as Chief of Hip Preservation at Kaiser SoCal
5
Rating Across 100+ Patient Reviews
Imaging review that locates the damaged tissue
Conservative care, injections, and surgery available
Recovery plans paced around your goals and routine
Rigorous Training, Exceptional Outcomes
Undergraduate Degree
Medical Degree
Orthopedic Residency
Sports Medicine Fellowship
Patient Reviews
What Happens During Your Hip Osteoarthritis Consultation?
Your consultation isn’t rushed. Dr. Shore takes time to review your symptoms and explain your options.
We Start With Your Symptoms
You’ll describe your hip pain, how long you’ve had it, and which daily activities have become difficult.
We Review Your Imaging Together
If you have X-rays or an MRI, Dr. Shore walks through them with you. He’ll point out cartilage loss or joint space narrowing that explains the pain you feel.
We Help You Decide on Treatment
You don’t always have to resort to surgery. If physical therapy, injections, or medication can still help, Dr. Shore will recommend those treatments first.
We Walk You Through Recovery
You’ll leave with a timeline for walking, returning to work, and resuming the activities you love.
Why Hip Osteoarthritis Gets Worse Over Time
Your hip works like a ball-and-socket joint. The ball (femoral head) sits at the top of the thighbone. The socket (acetabulum) cups it from the pelvis.
A smooth layer of cartilage covers each surface and lets the joint glide with every step.
Hip osteoarthritis (also called degenerative joint disease) happens when the cartilage breaks down. Without enough padding, bone grinds on bone.
Once the lining wears thin, every stop wears the metal underneath.
No amount of rest, medication, or injections can regrow lost cartilage. Dr. Shore uses imaging and a physical exam to confirm the stage of damage and determine which treatment works for your condition.
Risk Factors That Contribute to Hip Osteoarthritis
Dr. Shore evaluates patients with hip osteoarthritis at his orthopedic clinics in Newport Beach and Marina del Rey.
Treatment Options for Hip Osteoarthritis
Non-Surgical Treatment
Physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, corticosteroid or PRP injections, weight management, and activity modification can all reduce pain and slow cartilage loss.
Dr. Shore starts with non-surgical options when the condition allows it.
Anterior Total Hip Replacement
Dr. Shore performs anterior hip replacement through a bikini-style incision along natural skin lines. This muscle-sparing technique allows earlier walking, better wound healing, and a more cosmetic scar.
Almost no other hip surgeon in LA or Orange County uses the bikini incision, so Dr. Shore is your best choice.
Open Surgery for Hip Dysplasia
Dr. Shore performs periacetabular and femoral osteotomies to reposition the socket or bone. These procedures treat hip dysplasia and other conditions that accelerate osteoarthritis.
About Dr. Brett Shore
Dr. Brett Shore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip preservation and joint replacement. His practice includes arthroscopy, open surgery for hip dysplasia, and hip replacement.
His qualifications include:
- Undergraduate and medical education at Princeton University and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Residency training completed through the Harvard Combined Orthopedic program
- Sports medicine fellowship with Dr. James Andrews at the American Sports Medicine Institute
- Hip preservation training completed in Switzerland with internationally recognized specialists
- 11 years in a leadership role as Chief of Hip Preservation at Kaiser Southern California
- Editorial board service for Arthroscopy and publication in peer-reviewed journals
Why Choose Dr. Shore as Your Orange County Hip Osteoarthritis Doctor
Comprehensive Hip Expertise
- Preservation, dysplasia correction, arthroscopy, and hip replacement
- Bikini-incision anterior technique, rarely available in LA or OC
- Experience with osteoarthritis, labral tears, and revision cases
Thorough Clinical Review
- X-ray and MRI review during your visit
- Explanation of what imaging reveals and how it connects to your symptoms
- Treatment matched to exam and imaging findings
Transparent Communication
- Risks, benefits, and recovery timelines discussed at every visit
- Imaging walked through with you, not summarized after the fact
- Leaves time for questions at every visit
Convenient Clinic Locations
- Newport Beach and Marina del Rey, inside DISC Sports & Spine Center
- Serving patients in Orange County and Los Angeles County
- Most major insurance plans accepted
Positive Patient Feedback
- 5 stars from 100+ reviews on public platforms
- Consistent praise for communication and follow-through
- Referred by returning patients and local physicians
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