Advanced technology Mako Robotic Shoulder Replacement
Mako Smart Robotics™ combines 3D imaging, robotic arm assistance, and advanced surgical planning to help your surgeon perform shoulder replacement with greater accuracy than traditional methods. Before surgery, a CT scan creates a personalized 3D model of your shoulder. This allows Dr. Hill to design a surgical plan tailored to your anatomy.
minimally invasive Techniques Arthroscopic
Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive diagnostic and surgical procedure performed for joint problems. Shoulder arthroscopy is performed using a pencil-sized instrument called an arthroscope. The arthroscope consists of a light system and camera that projects images of the surgical site onto a computer screen for your doctor to clearly view.
Committed to Excellence in Orthopaedic Care to Help
Patient's Improve Their Quality of Life
Brian W. Hill, M.D.
Board certified & fellowship trained
shoulder and elbow surgeon
Dr. Brian Hill, M.D. is a board-certified shoulder and elbow specialist. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at St. Louis University, followed by a fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at the prestigious Rothman Orthopaedic Institute / Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals in Philadelphia, PA, where he trained alongside many of the world's leading experts in advanced reconstructive and arthroscopic shoulder and elbow surgery.
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Palm Beach Illustrated
Top Doctor award since 2022 -
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Distinction Since 2024 -
Department of Orthopaedic
Surgery Resident Research Award
Fellowship-trained Shoulder & Elbow Specialist
Cutting edge technologies and techniques to maximize patient outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
You should schedule an evaluation if you experience:
- Shoulder pain more than a few weeks
- Recurrent shoulder dislocations
- Limited range of motion
- Weakness
- Pain that interferes with sleep
- Difficulty lifting your arm
- Sports injuries
Recovery varies by patient, but generally:
- Sling: 2–6 weeks
- Daily activities: 6–12 weeks
- Physical therapy: Begins shortly after surgery
- Full recovery: 4–6 months
Yes. Physical therapy is an essential part of recovery and helps restore strength, flexibility, and shoulder function.
Please bring:
- Photo ID
- Insurance card
- Medication list
- Referral (if required)
- Previous X-rays or MRI reports
The practice accepts many insurance plans. Contact the office or check with your insurance provider to verify coverage before your appointment.
Appointments can be requested by calling the office or using the online appointment request form available on the practice website.
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