Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge
Bone & Joint Staff • March 13, 2023
Dual Hip Replacements: Albert Leo's Patient Story

It’s been over a decade since Albert Leo’s hips left him nearly immobile. It’s also been over a decade since he first saw Bone and Joint Clinic orthopedic specialist Dr. Joseph Broyles and began what would ultimately be a life-changing doctor-patient relationship. 


A Hip Replacement Surgeon Referral 


It may have been Albert’s misfortune to have deteriorating hip health, but it was his great fortune to have a son who is a doctor and familiar with all of the area’s best physicians. When it came to hip replacements, a procedure his father no doubt needed, Albert’s son found Dr. Broyles’ experience and expertise to be particularly impressive. 


Dr. Broyles is a renowned expert in
complex hip and knee replacement procedures and completed his fellowship training under internationally recognized expert Dr. Leo Whiteside. His exceptional qualifications make him a godsend for patients like Albert, whose joints lead to severely limited mobility.


“Dr. Broyles told me that mine was a very difficult case,” recalls Albert, “but I was very impressed with his background, his bedside manner, and the way he explains everything so well. He never talks down to you.”


Restoring Hip Mobility


By the time Albert chose to have surgery with Dr. Broyles, he could barely walk, and his mobility issues threatened to leave him bedbound in the very near future. Time was of the essence. His first
hip replacement surgery included about a week of inpatient rehab, and his second hip replacement came quickly on its heels about six weeks later. Almost immediately, Albert felt like a new person.


“I have never had a problem since my surgeries,” he says. “It’s been years, and I haven’t had any pain or even a limp, and I’m not a lightweight!”


Cartilage Regeneration for Knees


Since those hip replacements, Albert has continued to see Dr. Broyles. Currently, he’s being treated with a revolutionary
cartilage regeneration procedure to improve the strength and longevity of his knees, because when it comes to protecting his body’s most important joints, there is no physician Albert would trust more.


“I told Dr. Broyles he saved my life,” says Albert. “I couldn’t get out of bed. I couldn’t walk or go anywhere. Frankly, he changed my life. He’s just terrific.”


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By Bone and Joint Clinic Staff April 1, 2025
BATON ROUGE, LA, January 30, 2025 – Effective April 1, 2025, four distinguished orthopedic surgeons from The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will transition to Baton Rouge Orthopedic Clinic (BROC), continuing their commitment to providing high-quality orthopedic care. The physicians joining BROC are: 1. Joseph "Jeb" Broyles, MD – Specializes in joint replacement surgery, knee arthroscopy, and cartilage regeneration. 2. Arthur "Art" Hess, MD – Specializes in trauma, hip, knee, and shoulder reconstruction, and total joint replacement surgery. 3. Mat hew "Matt" Mazoch, M D – Specializes in shoulder and knee surgery. 4. Alan Schroeder, MD – Specializes in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Beginning April 1, 2025, these physicians will operate under BROC's umbrella while continuing to see patients at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge's current location, 7301 Hennessy Blvd. Eventually, the doctors plan to transition to BROC's campus on Bluebonnet Blvd. The estimated timeline for that move is Summer/Fall 2025. In addition, Dr. Patrick Hall will be transitioning to his own practice, Hall Podiatry, that will continue to provide quality podiatric care to patients. Dr. Hall will continue to practice at 7301 Hennessy Blvd. until May/June 2025. After that date, patients may see him at a new nearby location. Dr. Christopher Belleau is transitioning to The Neuromedical Center in Baton Rouge.  Patients are encouraged to continue scheduling appointments at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge using the current process for the foreseeable future. To ensure a seamless transition, The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will provide detailed information to patients in the coming weeks, including the secure transfer of medical records and continuity of care. The health and well-being of patients remain the top priority, and The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge, BROC, and Hall Podiatry are working together to make this transition as smooth as possible while maintaining uninterrupted care. For more information or to schedule an appointment, patients can contact The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge at 225-766-0050 or by visiting bjcbr.com . Patients can also reach BROC at 225-924-2424 or by visiting brortho.com .
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