Business Details
Expert Orthopedic Care in Honolulu, HI
Kane Orthopedic Institute in Honolulu, Hawaii, has built a well-deserved reputation for delivering highly personalized orthopedic care. Under my leadership, we prioritize timely appointments scheduled within 1-2 days and a commitment to see patients within 10 minutes of their appointment time. Our approach emphasizes direct, unhurried consultations where patients always meet with me personally, ensuring they fully understand their condition and treatment options. With over 20 years of experience as Hawaii's first fellowship-trained adult hip and knee surgeon, I bring specialized expertise in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, joint preservation, and total joint replacements.Our team's dedication to detail extends to postoperative care, where we implement rapid recovery protocols and customized rehabilitation plans. We pioneered arthroscopic hip surgery in Hawaii and maintain a surgical success rate exceeding 98%, reflecting our commitment to excellence in both technique and patient outcomes.
Services
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Replacement
Revision Joint Replacement
Arthritis Treatment
Hip Arthroscopy
Knee Arthroscopy
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Sports Medicine
Highlights and features
- We offer fellowship-trained expertise in adult joint reconstruction
- Our surgical success rate exceeds 98% for joint replacement procedures
- Patients receive personalized consultations directly with the board-certified surgeon
- We pioneered arthroscopic hip surgery in the state of Hawaii
- Our rapid recovery protocols enable faster postoperative rehabilitation
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What people say
Best orthopedic surgeon
Staff friendly and professional
Pain free results
Personalized care approach
Prompt appointments
Services
Total Hip Replacement
This procedure replaces damaged hip joints with artificial components using a muscle-sparing approach. Ideal for patients with arthritis or hip injuries, it offers pain relief and improved mobility. Our surgeon has performed over 5,000 successful hip replacements with a 98%+ success rate.
Total Knee Replacement
This surgery replaces damaged knee joint surfaces with metal and polyethylene components. Recommended for severe arthritis or knee injuries, it restores mobility and reduces pain. Our surgeon has completed over 6,000 knee replacements, focusing on rapid recovery protocols and personalized rehabilitation plans.
Hip Arthroscopy
This outpatient procedure addresses hip labrum tears and joint damage through small incisions. It's ideal for athletes and active individuals experiencing groin pain. Patients typically use crutches for 2-5 days and return to normal activities within weeks following physical therapy.
Knee Arthroscopy
This procedure diagnoses and treats knee conditions like meniscus tears and ligament injuries using small incisions. Patients benefit from faster recovery compared to open surgery, with most returning to normal activities within 2-4 weeks through structured rehabilitation programs.
Arthritis Treatment
We offer comprehensive arthritis management including viscosupplementation, steroid injections, and joint preservation surgeries. Our approach focuses on delaying surgery through conservative treatments while providing surgical options like bone realignment or partial joint replacements when necessary.
People
Thomas J. Kane III
Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Kane is Hawaii's first fellowship-trained adult hip and knee surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He pioneered arthroscopic hip surgery in the state and has performed thousands of joint replacement surgeries with a 98%+ success rate.
Wendy Uchiyama
Registered Nurse
Wendy provides patient care coordination and pre/postoperative support with over 15 years of orthopedic nursing experience. Patients consistently praise her compassionate approach and organizational skills in managing their treatment journeys.
Jane Seriguchi
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jane assists with patient evaluations and treatment preparation, bringing extensive orthopedic care experience. She helps ensure efficient clinic operations while maintaining personalized patient interactions during their treatment process.
Questions
What joint replacement options are available?
We offer total hip replacement, total knee replacement, and revision joint replacement surgeries using advanced techniques and high-quality components.
Do you treat sports-related injuries?
Yes, we specialize in sports medicine including arthroscopic surgeries for knee, hip, and shoulder injuries with personalized rehabilitation plans.
What arthritis treatments do you provide?
We offer comprehensive arthritis care including injections, physical therapy, joint preservation surgeries, and total joint replacements when necessary.
How long is the recovery after joint replacement?
Most patients stay 1-3 days post-surgery and use crutches for 2-5 days. Full recovery typically takes 3-6 months with structured physical therapy.
Can physical therapy delay surgery?
Yes, we often recommend physical therapy first to strengthen joints and potentially delay surgical intervention when appropriate.
What makes your practice unique?
We combine fellowship-trained expertise with personalized care, ensuring direct surgeon consultations and rapid recovery protocols for optimal outcomes.
