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Very comfortableI have been very happy with the care and treatment I have been receiving with Dr Patel and Jay his PA. They spent so much time with me explaining everything. They gave me different options and explained them all. I feel very comfortable having Dr Patel do my knee replacement.
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A very friendly office. No waiting for long periods of time. Very punctual. Dr. Patel is so very nice and explained everything to me in terms that I can understand. It was a very comfortable and pleasant experience. Also, the x ray techs were very pleasant and put me at ease . I would highly rec...
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Great experience
I have had both knees replaced by Dr Patel and I have had such a great experience. All of the staff is so friendly and caring. I have recommended Dr Patel to so many people. They are the best.
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Professional & Friendly
Dr Patel is caring and understanding. I like his approach to my hip problem. He answered my questions and didn't pressure me into surgery until I was ready. The staff are professional and friendly. He was recommended to me by a friend and I would gladly recommend him to others.
Dr. Patel, At a Glance
- Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
- Fellowship-Trained in Joint Replacement
- Hip & Knee Replacement Specialist
- Partial Knee Replacement Specialist
- Anterior Hip Replacement Specialist
- Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement
- Revision Joint Replacement
- Same-Day Outpatient Joint Replacement
- High Volume Joint Replacement Surgeon
- Delaware Today Top Doctor
Biography
Nick Patel, MD is a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacements. He joined Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists in 2021 and has become one of the highest volume joint replacement surgeons in the area.
Dr. Patel is a native of North East, MD and graduated from Tower Hill School in Wilmington, DE. He completed a dual degree in Biology from Emory University and Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, graduating with highest honors and 4.0 GPA.
Dr. Patel obtained his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA where he subsequently also completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery. Training here included high volume elective surgeries at a dedicated Orthopedic Hospital along with extensive trauma experience at one of the nation’s busiest trauma centers. While in residency, he performed research on the anterior approach for hip replacement along with methods to reduce infection in joint replacement.
After residency, Dr. Patel pursued a fellowship in hip and knee reconstructive surgery at Harvard University / Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He has extensive training in both primary and complex/revision joint replacement. Dr. Patel also has a particular interest in the minimally invasive direct anterior hip replacement, partial knee replacement, and use of robotics in joint replacement surgery.
Dr. Patel has served as the Medical Director for the Center for Advanced Joint Replacement at Christiana Care for multiple years during which time the program received national recognition and awards. He also routinely performs surgery at Restore Orthopedic Surgical Institute (ROSI), a specialized joint replacement surgery center that provides the highest level of specialty surgical care. Through use of advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, modern implant technology, and improved recovery protocols, Dr. Patel takes pride in offering exceptional joint replacement care.
Dr. Patel is an active member of numerous professional organizations. His current research interests include integrating his engineering background with clinical medicine to improve outcomes in joint replacement patients.
Dr. Patel enjoys serving the Delaware community and currently lives in Wilmington with his wife, daughter, and husky.
Specialty Focus
Dr. Patel has extensive training in both primary and complex/revision joint replacement. He has a particular interest in the minimally invasive direct anterior hip replacement, partial knee replacement, and use of robotics in joint replacement surgery.
- Joint Replacement Surgeon
- Hip Specialist
- Knee Specialist
- Robotic Assisted Joint Replacement Specialist
- Anterior Hip Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Revision Joint Replacement
- Outpatient joint replacement
- Hip and knee arthritis
Advanced Techniques / Approach to Care
Dr. Patel takes pride in offering the most advanced surgical techniques in
joint replacement including minimally invasive approaches, innovative
technology, and enhanced post-surgical pathways to accelerate patient
recovery and optimize outcomes. His current research interests include
integrating his engineering background with clinical medicine to improve
outcomes in joint replacement patients.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Patel
- Fellowship-trained and board-certified specialist
- Experience as a high-volume surgeon
- Advanced and innovative surgical techniques
- Personalized care plans
- Collaborative care approach
- Improved patient outcomes
Conditions Treated
Dr. Patel treats a wide range of conditions including:
- Knee arthritis
- Hip arthritis
- Knee pain
- Hip pain
- Knee meniscus injuries
- Degenerative or developmental joint issues
- Failed or painful joint replacement
- Stiff or unstable joint
- Fractures
Procedures Performed
- Total knee replacement
- Total hip replacement
- Partial knee replacement
- Robotic assisted joint replacement
- Revision hip and knee replacement
- Direct anterior hip replacement
- Arthroscopic meniscus surgery
- Outpatient joint replacement surgery
- Fracture care
Direct Anterior Hip Replacement
Dr. Patel performs direct anterior hip replacements for qualified DOS patients.
Anterior Hip Replacement
Anterior approach hip replacement is a newer technique to perform total hip replacement in which the surgery is performed through the front of the hip. In contrast to other approaches for hip replacement which require muscles and tendons to be cut, during anterior surgery, the surgeon accesses the hip joint by working in between muscle groups. As a result, there is less surgical trauma to area providing patients with an easier recovery. Additionally, surgeons can more easily use x-ray during anterior hip replacement which allows for more accurate implant positioning and sizing. Due to the improved recovery with anterior approach hip replacement, a significant portion of patients are able to discharge home same day.
Advantages of Anterior Hip Replacement
Significant research has been performed comparing the anterior approach to other approaches for hip replacement.
Potential advantages include:
- Less post-operative pain
- Improved early post-operative function
- Less surgical trauma
- Lower hip dislocation rate
- More accurate restoration of leg length
- Less post-operative restrictions
- Decreased hospital stay
- Smaller incision
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Nick Patel's Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Undergraduate Degree
- B.S. in Biomedical Engineering - Georgia Institute of Technology
- B.S. in Biology - Emory University
- Medical School
- M.D. - Emory University School of Medicine
- Residency
- Orthopedic Surgery - Emory University Department of Orthopedic Surgery
- Fellowship
- Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction - Harvard University/ Brigham & Women's
Hospital
- Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction - Harvard University/ Brigham & Women's
- Top Doctor by Delaware Today: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- 2025 Rising Star Award - ChristianaCare Department of Surgery
- 2021 Tower Hill School Young Alumni Award
Leadership Roles:
• Medical Director – Christiana Care Center for Advanced Joint Replacement: 2022-
2026
Board certification:
• Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Professional memberships:
• American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Eastern Orthopaedic Association
• American Medical Association
• Medical Society of Delaware
Related Media
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Delaware Today Magazine recently released it’s “2023 Top Doctor” list. The survey asked other Delaware physicians who they would most recommend to care for their patients, friends and family. The top vote-getters are listed in their annual Top Doctor magazine issue each year. Congratulations to our 2023 Delaware Top Doctors!