Michael McHugh, MD
Total Joint Replacement Surgery
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About Michael McHugh, MD
Dr. Michael McHugh brings exceptional training and expertise to his orthopedic practice. He started his medical education at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, one of the nation’s premier institutions for orthopedic training and found his interest in joint replacement surgery while being mentored by Dr. John Callaghan. He further refined his skills during residency at the University of Michigan. Dr. McHugh’s training culminated with a fellowship at the world-renowned OrthoCarolina Hip and Knee Center, one of the busiest fellowship programs in the country. There he mastered advanced techniques in hip and knee replacement surgery while training with many of the most distinguished arthroplasty surgeons in the country.
Throughout his academic and clinical training, Dr. McHugh has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing orthopedic care through research. His involvement in clinical studies has resulted in multiple authored publications in respected medical journals and presentations at orthopaedic conferences across the country. This dedication to evidence-based practice ensures that his patients receive care that reflects the latest advancements in orthopedic surgery and joint replacement techniques.
Born and raised in a small town in Arizona, Dr. McHugh brings a unique background to his medical practice. Before pursuing medicine, he worked as a wildland firefighter, responding to forest fires across many western states, an experience that instilled in him the values of teamwork and performing under pressure. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Arizona and had a short career in real estate before following his passion for medicine. When not caring for patients, Dr. McHugh cherishes time with his family, maintains an active lifestyle through regular exercise, and enjoys exploring the outdoors.
Affiliations/Memberships
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
- American Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons
Education
- Adult Reconstruction Fellowship | 2022 – 2023
- OrthoCarolina Hip & Knee Center – Charlotte, NC
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency | 2017 – 2022
- University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, MI
- Doctor of Medicine | 2013 – 2017
- University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine CCOM – Iowa City, IA
- Bachelor of Science | 2011 – 2012
- University of Arizona, Tucscon, AZ
Patient Resources
Joint replacement can alleviate pain in the hip or knee caused by damage to cartilage by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or trauma. The hip and knee joint replacement physicians at OCR are highly skilled and specialized in diagnosing the need for joint replacement, and performing hip and knee replacements.
Combined, the six surgeons perform more than 2,500 hip and knee replacement surgeries each year for patients, to relieve pain and help them regain freedom of movement, independence, and the ability to enjoy activities again.