Redefining Patient Care: A Concierge Approach To Orthopedic Surgery
Private, high-touch orthopedic care in Montana with a focus on advanced and innovative total hip replacement, partial knee replacement, and complex revision surgery.
In Bozeman, Montana, Dr. Dean C. Sukin provides concierge orthopedic care for patients who value privacy, efficiency, and a clear plan—without rushed visits or fragmented next steps. Many of Dr. Sukin’s patients lead highly active lifestyles, including skiers and athletes, and want to return to demanding activities with confidence.
While Dr. Sukin serves patients throughout Montana and the greater Yellowstone region, he is also a destination physician for advanced hip and knee care, welcoming individuals who travel from around the country for evaluation, second opinions, and complex surgical planning. For patients traveling to Bozeman—whether specifically for care or while visiting the region—his team helps streamline the process by coordinating records, imaging, and next steps in advance whenever possible.
Dr. Sukin focuses on advanced hip and knee surgery, including total knee arthroplasty (TKA), partial knee replacement (UKA), patellofemoral arthroplasty, and complex revision procedures. His approach emphasizes personalized surgical planning and specialized techniques designed to match each patient’s anatomy and performance goals, supporting a smoother recovery and a more confident return to activity.
What is Concierge Orthopedic Care?
Concierge orthopedic care is an elevated, physician-led experience designed to deliver more time, more coordination, and a clearer plan—especially for patients seeking advanced hip and knee evaluation, second opinions, or complex surgical decision-making. It is built to reduce delays, streamline next steps, and ensure your questions are fully addressed.
Concierge care may include:
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- Streamlined scheduling support for consultation availability
- Extended visit time to review symptoms, imaging, and options in depth
- Personalized surgical planning based on your anatomy, lifestyle, and goals
- Pre-visit coordination for traveling patients, including records and imaging preparation when available
- Coordinated next steps for imaging, records, and pre-op preparation
- Clear communication so you know what to expect before and after treatment
- Second opinions for complex cases, including revision joint surgery
Note: Concierge services and availability may vary based on your needs and clinical plan.
Designed for Patients Who Value Time, Privacy, and Precision
Concierge orthopedic care may be a fit if you:
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- Want a private, highly organized experience with more time for questions and decision-making
- Prefer white-glove coordination and a streamlined plan rather than fragmented next steps
- Are traveling for care and want to maximize your time in Bozeman with efficient scheduling and preparation
- Are considering hip replacement, total knee replacement (TKA), partial knee replacement (UKA), or patellofemoral arthroplasty
- Need a second opinion for a complex hip or knee decision
- Are exploring revision hip or knee surgery and want a careful, methodical evaluation
The Concierge Process
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- Request a private consultation: Submit the form and our concierge team will reach out to coordinate next steps and scheduling options.
- Pre-visit preparation: We’ll help organize prior records and imaging so your visit is efficient, focused, and clinically meaningful—especially for traveling patients.
- Dedicated time with Dr. Sukin: You’ll have time to review imaging, discuss options, and align on a plan tailored to your anatomy, goals, and activity level.
- Seamless coordination moving forward: If treatment or surgery is recommended, we coordinate the details—planning, scheduling, and follow-up—so you feel prepared and supported.
Conditions Commonly Treated
Dr. Sukin’s concierge program evaluates advanced hip and knee conditions, including arthritis, joint degeneration, sports-related injuries, and persistent pain affecting mobility and performance—along with planning for partial or total knee replacement, hip replacement, and complex revision surgery.
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- Total hip replacement evaluation and surgical planning
- Second opinions, including review of prior records and imaging
- Clear recovery expectations and return-to-activity planning
- Non-surgical options when clinically appropriate
Knee Replacement & Partial Knee Options
Knee arthritis is not one-size-fits-all—and your treatment plan shouldn’t be either. Dr. Sukin evaluates the knee in context of alignment, motion, stability, imaging findings, and performance goals to determine the most appropriate path forward. For the right candidates, this may include partial knee replacement options; for others, total knee replacement may provide the most reliable return to function. Many patients seek Dr. Sukin’s care for advanced planning and technique-driven decision-making designed to support a smoother recovery and confident movement.
Knee care may include:
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- Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) evaluation and planning
- Unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA / partial knee replacement) evaluation when appropriate
- Patellofemoral knee arthroplasty evaluation when appropriate
- Second opinions for knee replacement recommendations
- Non-surgical options when clinically appropriate
Hip Replacement
When hip pain starts limiting what you love—walking comfortably, traveling, golfing, or staying active on the mountain—you need more than a quick opinion. Dr. Dean C. Sukin provides a comprehensive hip evaluation and a clear, personalized plan designed around your anatomy, goals, and lifestyle. Patients travel to Bozeman from across Montana and around the country for advanced hip replacement planning and experienced guidance.
Hip care may include:
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- Total hip replacement evaluation and surgical planning
- Second opinions, including review of prior records and imaging
- Clear recovery expectations and return-to-activity planning
- Non-surgical options when clinically appropriate
Revision Joint Surgery & Second Opinions
Revision hip or knee surgery requires a careful, methodical approach—because the right plan depends on understanding the full history, prior implants, imaging, and the specific reason symptoms persist. If you’ve had a joint replacement and are experiencing ongoing pain, instability, stiffness, or loss of function, Dr. Sukin provides experienced evaluation and clear guidance. Patients often travel for revision opinions when they need a deeper review and a well-defined path forward.
A revision consultation may be appropriate if you:
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- Have persistent pain or reduced function after joint replacement
- Experience instability, stiffness, or a limited range of motion
- Have concerns about implant performance, positioning, or alignment
- Have been advised to undergo revision surgery and want an experienced second opinion
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a hip replacement, or are there other options?
Dr. Sukin evaluates your symptoms, imaging, and functional goals to determine whether non-surgical care is appropriate or if joint replacement should be considered.
What’s the difference between partial and total knee replacement?
Partial knee replacement (UKA) may be an option when arthritis is limited to one compartment of the knee. Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is typically recommended when arthritis is more widespread. Your imaging and exam guide the best option.
When is revision joint surgery necessary?
Revision surgery may be considered when a prior joint replacement causes persistent pain, instability, stiffness, loss of function, or implant-related concerns. Evaluation requires imaging and review of prior records.
How long does recovery take after hip or knee replacement?
Recovery timelines vary by patient, overall health, procedure type, and goals. Dr. Sukin will outline realistic expectations and a recovery plan based on your specific situation.
Can I request a second opinion?
Yes. Many patients seek second opinions when weighing timing, procedure type, alignment approach, or revision considerations.
Do you work with out-of-town and traveling patients?
Yes. When possible, our team helps coordinate records and imaging in advance so your consultation and next steps are efficient and well-organized.
What does concierge orthopedic care include?
Concierge care is designed to provide more time, coordination, and clarity across evaluation and planning. Offerings may vary based on your needs and clinical plan.
Request a Concierge Appointment
Ready for a clear plan and concierge-level care? Tell us what’s going on and what you want to get back to. Our team will handle the details—coordinating records, imaging, and next steps to make your experience seamless and personalized.
Disclaimer: Submitting this form does not establish a physician–patient relationship. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.