Excellent work on replacing both knees! Surgery successful, recovery was fine! I am so grateful to Dr. Peter Callander for giving me my mobility back. Before the operations, I felt old and tired. Now I am looking forward to the future and enjoying walking without pain! Highly recommend his entire staff - everyone was so kind and informative, and the procedure was brilliant. read more

Dr. Callander is exactly what you want in a doctor - he's extremely competent and professional, but he also has a great bedside manner. He performed anterior hip replacement 3 months ago, and I couldn't be happier with the results. He has been encouraging, informative and responsive every step of the way. Same goes for his staff. I agree with another reviewer's comment that I was at ease and knew I was in the right hands. That's a good feeling. Simply the best! read more

Dr Callander is terrific, no problems with anterior hip replacement. Back walking without difficulty/ pain medication in 10 days. Back to gym swimming and group exercise classes in 4 weeks. Sorry I didn't see him sooner. Wish you all best, Wendy M read more

Having suffered for a couple of years with a badly degenerating knee I had plenty of time to do my due diligence on my surgeon for a total knee replacement. I literally spoke to scores of people, including many that had gone through the procedure as well as a number of physicians both here on the peninsula and in sf. Dr Callander's name kept coming up and now 12 weeks post op I could not be happier with my choice. His technique is cutting edge and his skills remarkable. Both my post op physical therapists marveled at what a good job he did (and they both apparently had seen the the downsides of less successful practitioners). Post op care at the joint replacement center at California pacific hospital was top notch. At 12 weeks I am pain free and active... so much better than pre surgery. My advice if you end up in my situation is twofold. Don't wait as long as I did to get the help you need and make a careful choice as to your surgeon. My experience with dr Callander and his team could not have been better. read more

As I write this I am icing my knee from ANOTHER knee operation thanks to Dr. Callandar's mistake. I went to him in 2015/16 and he seemed compassionate and caring as both of my knees are in need of replacement. In October of '16 it was time to replace my right knee. Immediately after the operation I knew something was wrong. I went through countless PT sessions, did everything that was asked of me and more to rehab. Dr. Callandar became arrogant after the surgery and did not care that I was in pain and needed more time off work. Pain management with him was horrendous. Thank goodness his PA gave me the right pain meds. The follow up visits I had with him were max maybe 5 mins long he was just to "busy" for me since my operation had been "such a huge success". He made lots of snarky comments to me like "about stop complaining it hurts less now than before right?" "ditch the cane (which I still had to use) you look like an old lady" an more. 4 months post surgery when things were not right with the knee and he barely glanced it, he said it was great. I said no it wasn't he said "do you want more PT" to which I replied "will it help", and his answer was "I don't know it can't hurt! In the last 20 months following the knee replacement the pain and mobility problems became intolerable and worse than before it was replaced! I went to see another Orthopaedic Dr. and sure enough Dr. Callandar had put the wrong size movable part in the knee. This Dr. found the mistake in less than 5 minutes. After hearing this I went back to him just to see what he'd say and he couldn't even choke out the words, "I'm sorry", but offered to redo it again (at my cost of course) immediately as he knew he had made a bad mistake. No thanks! SO I had to get the knee replacement, replaced again. Back to post op pain, PT, more costs to me, etc. Dr. Callandar is an arrogant man who feels he is infallible and does not give patients the time and seriousness they need. Had he listened to me and actually examined the knee for more than a casual glance he would have caught this mistake that has caused me over 2 years of intense pain. read more

Interestingly, I almost had surgery with him, but for the idiocy of CPMC's administrative staff and schedulers. I couldn't schedule surgery with Dr. Callendar because the idiots running the back office, don't return phone calls or emails. It was only after I said that I was getting a second opinion, that I heard from the doctor directly. Callendar's admin staff (Leah) was terrible; impolite, didn't return calls. This is not Dr. Callendar's fault and I sensed he was frustrated with his own admins, however, it made for a terrible overall experience. I couldn't imagine having to deal with this type of bureaucracy should I have had a medical complication after surgery. Note/Tip re/ Parking One of the ironies of his practice is they don't even bother to tell you which garage to park in. Why does this matter? Well if you park on the roof of the adjacent east-side garage, it has no elevator and you're forced to hobble down nine flights of stairs with your orthopedic injury as I was! Be sure to park in the west-side garage (on the left when you face the building) read more

Dr. Callander was my surgeon for a total hip replacement and I was very pleased with the outcome. Mara, his assistant is amazing. She deserves a lot of credit. I called her constantly asking so many questions. She not only answered her phone, but called me back if she was busy. Even after the surgery she has been the most thorough person setting up physical therapy, making sure my prescriptions were sent and helping me with disability. I would recommend Dr. Callander to anyone needing hip or knee replacement. He's very upbeat and positive and thorough. read more

Terrible experience. Waited over an hour in the waiting room with no apologies or even status updates. Poorly trained staff then confirmed that this was typical. Your time and my time is worth too much to give any business to a poorly organized outfit like this one. If the waiting room is a mess, I shudder to think what the quality of care would be. Fortunately I won't have to worry about that as I will not be going back. read more

In early 2013, I made the decision to undergo Birmingham Hip Resurfacing to treat severe osteoarthritis in my left hip. As an avid endurance athlete, I got to a point where I was just removing more and more activities from my life, first stopping running, then road biking, and finally got to the point where even a short walk to the BART station would have me reaching for the bottle of naproxen. The procedure changed my life. In 2014 after full recovery, I was able to complete my 7th AIDS LifeCycle Ride with ease, only to come back that summer to start having the same declining health in the other hip. Knowing what was in store, I chose to have the other hip resurfaced just a month ago, and am already on my way to recovery. Having experienced two surgeries by Dr. Callander and his team, I'd like to share a few things about him, his staff, and the adjacent California Pacific Medical Center California Campus where he performs his BHR procedures. First and foremost, Dr. Callander knows his stuff. He's performed hundreds of these procedures and comes across as a very confident guy. Some may be put off by this (one of my friends was), but I actually found it refreshing to deal with a professional who's at the top of his game and more than willing to answer hard questions. Prior to the first surgery, I requested an additional visit for myself and my husband to review some concerns that I had about the procedure, the negative press about metal-on-metal hip implants, and overall pain management. His lead nurse, Mara, set up an additional consultation so I could discuss these issues with a Physician Assistant. During that consultation, Dr. Callander came in for a few minutes, reviewed the entire procedure with me, and went into specific detail about my concerns about anesthesia and pain management. This extra consultation really helped me feel more confident come surgery day the first time around. Having done both hips with the same surgical team and hospital, I can say without a doubt that the care at CPMC is amazing. The nursing staff is top notch, as are the in-hospital physical therapy and occupational therapy teams. Given that my two procedures were spread out by 20 months, it was great to see the same faces in recovery and in my hospital room afterwards. The orthopedic nursing team at CMPC is really tight and there is very low turnover among the staff. Most of the hospital rooms are private, and they will set up a cot for you if you have a loved one who wants to camp out during your recovery. The meal service is not bad as far as hospital food goes, and they will let you order for your companion or guests for $8 extra, which is a nice convenience if you have a spouse or partner spending lots of time with you. My second surgery happened to be the week of Thanksgiving, and the kitchen put together a full Thanksgiving spread, complete with pumpkin pie for lunch that day, which was nice extra touch during my stay. As for management after discharge, Dr. Callander's team is great. Mara is your go-to resource if you run into any issues and need help fast. And his team now uses an app called HealthLoop, which provides some automation of daily checks on your recovery at home, while giving you convenient access to the full medical team if you have questions or need to order up a refill of pain medication. I found the addition of HealthLoop for the second surgery to be a game-changer, as it really gave me much better access to the care team vs. phone calls and voicemail. The Birmingham Hip Resurfacing is a life changer for younger guys like me who are still active or want to return to the activities they enjoyed before the pain of arthritis. The initial surgery and first few weeks of recovery can be challenging, but Dr Callander, his team, and the team at CPMC do everything they can to get you through it with as little discomfort as possible. In no time at all, you'll be pain-free and back to doing activities you enjoy. read more

Had my left hip replaced. Operation and recovery went perfectly! Peter's a fine surgeon with great follow up and bedside manner! If you're in need of a new hip, he's your man! read more

Dr. Peter Callandar is the best surgeon ever! My heartfelt thanks to you. It has been one year since my second knee replacement and I could not be happier with the results! I never imagined in my wildest dreams that I could do so much once again, being able to revisit favorite hikes has been remarkable. I have been able to move my body again after years of intense pain and decreasing mobility. I can walk for miles, ride the bike at the gym everyday for an hour, do the exercise machines and dance like a wild woman again! And I have lost over 30 pounds because I am able to move once again. My overall health is greatly improved. Dr. Peter Callander is a Miracle Worker. He has many years of experience, having done thousands of knee replacements for very appreciative and grateful patients. He is very meticulous in the needed preparation for the surgeries, and his staff is absolutely amazing, always there to help in a very kind and supportive way. He is very kind, a true gentleman, and an excellent surgeon. I felt that I was making the right choice in having my knee surgery with him. I totally trusted him and knew I had selected the best doctor for this big step in my life. I cannot thank Dr. Callandar enough for all the incredible work he has done with the healing of my very damaged and broken knees. I have a new life thanks to his skill. read more

I had a hip re-surfacing done with Dr. Callander about 4 months ago, and am now back to regular exercise, and experiencing zero pain. From pre-op through the surgery and post -op, Dr Callander and his staff ( thanks Irma !) were great.... I had some stiffness after surgery, but very little pain. I did not take any pain meds. I am now getting my healthy lifestyle back, no more limping, I can chase my kids around...good stuff I highly recommend Dr. Callander if you are thinking of doing a re-surfacing or another procedure. read more

I am now well on the road to full recovery from a hip resurfacing procedure performed by Dr. Callender in early December. Although I was pretty depressed, if not downright scared, at the prospect of the procedure, for months beforehand, it was such an amazingly positive experience, that I now have nothing but positive things to say about not just Dr. Callander, but about everyone else involved at CPMC. Dr. Callender was ridiculously upbeat about the procedure, which gave me an added boost of confidence. And, in fact, it went better than I could have ever dreamed. I quite honestly experienced no pain, from the moment I awoke from surgery, just a lot of soreness and stiffness. This has to be a tribute to Dr. Callander, at least to some extent. Then, every nurse, therapist, orderly, etcetera, I encountered at CPMC treated me with the utmost respect, courtesy, and good humor. Even the food wasn't half bad. Best of all, they sent me home the next afternoon! One week on two crutches was followed by another week on one crutch, followed by a few days aided only by my trekking pole. Now, close to four weeks later, I'm taking long walks, just rode my bicycle, will be in a pool again shortly, and plan on doing some serious hiking I the next month or so. As for the incision, Dr. Callender is an artist! It's healing so quickly, that I suspect I will have barely anything in the way of a scar, in a matter of a few months! My experiences with the administrative staff of California Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine weren't quite as amazing, nor were my experiences with Brown and Toland. But, regarding Dr. Callender, and the entire staff at CPMC, my experience was wonderful, awesome, fantastic! read more

I've debated whether to rate this doctor since 2012. I've decided to do so now. I saw Dr Callander in 2012 for a right knee problem that was in poor condition due to osteoarthritis. The doctor ordered X-rays and recommended I have both knees done as the left was also somewhat beat up ( it's 2022 and my left knee is still doing well). The doctor performed the right knee replacement and I had immediate problems with scar tissue. I had a very stiff knee and he had to have him perform two manipulations under general anesthesia. The doctor also scoped the knee and I still had horrific stiffness problems. This clearly frustrated the doctor and immediately tried to pass me off onto another doctor. I confronted him on this and he denied this was his intent stating he thought maybe another doctor might have a better idea even though the doctor admitted this other surgeon had no more experience or training than he did. Dr Peter Callahan is one of the most egotistical and uncaring doctors I have ever met and he couldn't wait to get rid of me. Find another surgeon/office if you need serious knee surgery. read more

I'm now almost four weeks past my first hip resurfacing surgery with this doctor and I'm walking normally, have almost full movement and am pain free for the first time in about 6 years (extreme pain the past 2 years). Hip replacement and hip resurfacing are considered the gold standard for orthopeadic surgery (very high success rates), but this surgeon has more going for him than just knowing how to fix hips. I found his surgical team relaxed, funny, extremely helpful and concientious. Matt Bergamot (I hope I have his name right) was a fantastic anesthesiologist and what could have been a very stressful experience was made relaxing and enjoyable with everyone from the surgical nurse through Dr. Callander himself keeping the tone light and upbeat. I have a large tattoo on my thigh and the surgery was going to ruin it; Dr. Callander made a huge effort to save the art work; the scar is almost invisible through the tattoo... how many surgeons do YOU know that would consider their patient's body art? If you are considering hip surgery I can't recommend this surgeon enough! read more

I have been putting off knee replacement surgery for years because of the perceived difficulty of the procedure. My bad. Dr Calendar is focused, and represents what I expect for a surgeon - confident, clear, available and positive. The new CPMC Mission/Bernal Hospital and staff are impressive. The outcome has surprised me - I was walking with onlysome discomfort within a few days of surgery (actually was walking within hours) with no supporting device, didn't need any strong pain killers beyond two days, and now 1 month later I walk, ride my bike all mostly normally, or much better than before. And the best part is, my knee is completely functional. So, my strong advice is - medicine has come a long way, and if you have knee issues see an experienced orthopedic surgeon and don't delay. The outcome is much better than you expect read more

I recently had an Anterior Left Hip Replacement, with Dr. Peter W. Callander as my surgeon, through California Pacific Orthopaedics in San Francisco. I was up and walking the hospital floor the night of the surgery, and went home using a cane and walker only when necessary. Within 10 days from surgery, I was walking 1 mile just using a cane. Within two weeks, I was walking up and down stairs, and was able to resumed my pilates instruction. My pain management was mainly Tylenol. I highly recommend Dr. Peter W. Callander for this surgery. He is very understanding and easy to talk with. His staff is amazing and very thorough and organized. All you have to do is show up. read more

I had discomfort with my hip for a long time. I consulted with four doctors and they told me to wait for a full hip replacement for later on in my life and in the meantime just take pain killers. Dr. Peter Callander offered to do hip resurfacing. The surgery was a success and three days after the surgery I was home and started walking. Five weeks later I was driving to Yellowstone Park where I walked for miles and drove around without any pain and discomfort. My physical therapist says that she likes my scar, which is added kudos to Dr. Callander's skills. read more

Dr Callander has worked on 1 knee and soon the other. He and his staff have always been courteous, informative and attentive. I highly recommend him! read more

I am a 65 year old active male and had an anterior right hip replacement procedure on 1/8/20 performed by Dr. Callander and his team at Presidio Surgery. I was home recovering that evening by 7:00 PM and was visited by the in-home physical therapist the day after surgery and for 10 days following. I was walking around the neighborhood with one crutch within 10 days and walking on my own without a crutch and released to go back to work at the 3 week milestone. I was back on the stationary bike in the gym 10 days after the surgery and coming up on the 7 week anniversary this week, I feel great. There is a bit of pain a couple days after the procedure, but it subsides quickly and each day it gets a little easier and I was off the prescription pain medication in 5 days. Dr. Callander and his team are professional, courteous and made the entire procedure from the first tests to my follow up appointments as painless as possible. I highly recommend Dr. Callander and would not hesitate to ask for his help again if so required. read more

My mom suffers from rheumatoid arthritis and was in desperate need of a total knee replacement. She was in so much pain and couldn't walk prior to her surgery. Her joint was totally obliterated from her RA. She was adamant about finding a doctor that would be willing to do it under a minimal invasive approach. I wasn't convinced that it was possible until we met Dr. Peter Callander. My mom had a stellar experience with him. From his bedside manner, kindness, and skillful surgical technique, Dr. Callander is truly the best there is. My mom was up and walking a few hours post surgery. Within one week she was 100% recovered, walking without a walker or cain, going up flights of stairs, not needing any pain meds. I'm not sure how Dr. Callander does it but it's true- a minimal invasive approach for a total knee replacement. Now my mom's friends and family from all over the country are making appointments to see him. He is the best. If you need a new knee wth minimal down time and pain, Dr. Callander will give you one. read more

When it cam time to take care of my hip issues I did a tremendous amount of research on total hip replacement (THR) vs Birmingham hip resurfacing (BHR). Through my research I found that Dr. Callander did both procedures. After consulting with him and a series of cortisone injections it was time for surgery. In October of last year (2016) Dr. Callander performed the BHR on me at the Presidio Surgery Center. I now have my life back. I was golfing 3 months after surgery and now back to walking the course, sleeping and enjoying life. I cannot say enough about Dr. Callander ... he is both professional and thorough all with a great bedside manner. I will travel to see him again when my other hip needs surgery. read more

My husband and I sought out 3 orthopedic surgeons for consultation regarding my debilitating right hip pain. They all recommended a total hip replacement because of severe arthritis I work in the physical therapy field as an aquatic therapist for the local hospital in a rural community I'm 57, very active and healthy (arthritis? me?). I just knew there had to be an alternative to a replacement! We continued to research on line and found Dr. Peter Callander at California Pacific Medical Center. He was highly regarded and experienced in the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing procedure.This required specialty training in Birmingham, England. We had a long list of questions and he answered them all, without rushing or staring at a laptop. I have no pain, no pain! Back to yoga, swimming, long walks, kayaking and I'm 8 weeks post surgery. I am wholeheartedly grateful to Dr. Callander. I recommend him with ultimate confidence. And once I'm completely healed will return for a knee resurfacing! read more

I have always been a very active and healthy individual but at 55 I found myself living in pain due to a deteriorating arthritic hip. I had actually been living this way for about 4 year and it finally got to the point where had to seek medical advice. After consulting with my primary care physician a referral was made to Dr. Callander as one the premier hip specialist in the country. Dr. Callander advised after a review of my x-ray that the hip joint was basically bone on bone and that I was a candidate for replacement. We agreed on a new procedure called the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System. This procedure, unlike conventional hip replacement, only requires the removal of a few centimeters of bone and preserves the original hip joint. I am now two months post surgery and I could not be happier or feeling better with my new fully functional hip joint. Dr. Callander and his team were amazing and provided the highest level of care and professionalism you could expect. In addition Dr. Callander is a genuinely nice and caring individual. My surgery went a little longer than my partner thought it would and he naturally got a little nervous. When Dr. Callander came out and told him how well the surgery went he broker down in tears and Dr. Callander gave him a big hug. I would tell you that if you are considering hip replacement surgery you need not look anywhere else if you want the best possible care and outcome. Don Wood San Francisco read more

Dr. Callander was my surgeon several years ago for two hip replacements and most recently (in January) for a complete knee replacement. My experience has been wonderful. Dr. Callander takes the time to really listen and address all of my questions. I never felt rushed. Also, his assistant, Johanna, was readily available to answer any questions I had during the follow up. All three surgeries were a great success! After only three months, I am able to walk several miles, resume my yoga and Pilates classes, and all my other activities. My healing seems to be much faster than several of my friends who have had similar surgeries. I am so grateful to have found him! read more

I highly recommend Dr. Peter Callander to anybody in the SF Bay Area in need of a hip replacement or revision who wants nothing less than an excellent experience!! He is a highly skilled surgeon with an uplifting bed side manner. I have been a very active athlete since a total hip replacement in 2001. At 40, I was fortunate to have Dr. Chit Ranawat perform the operation, who at the time was recommended as the best surgeon anywhere for a total hip replacement. It was old school, posterior approach with a big incision. I had to stay in the hospital for 4 days and recovery was bumpy. Nevertheless, results were excellent as it totally changed my life for the better. I was able crank up my road biking enormously, add mountain biking, get back to snow sports and add water sports as well as different types of stretching and yoga. After the initial rehab there was literally nothing that I felt I could not do with that hip replacement. At every regular check up, whichever ortho I was seeing would say something like 'it looks great, keep doing what you are doing', even at my last check up in January of this year when I felt I was in peak shape having just returned from a kiting trip. I signed up for a pilates teacher training class and after months of work, during a class in early July, the instructor (who knew I had a hip replacement) told me to perform a maneuver that was contra indicated for hip replacements - and my prosthesis dislocated while in the air over the reformer!!! One of the scariest moments in my life. EMS took me to the local ER. Dr. Callander was not my doctor, yet while I was waiting for the hip to be put back into place in the ER and trying to unsuccessfully reach the last ortho I had seen in January, Dr. Callander magically rang my cell phone. A friend on the east coast, who had heard what happened reached out to one of his friends in the Bay Area who knew Dr. Callander, who then reached Dr. Callander who then called me! Amazing. He was incredibly reassuring on the phone and offered to see me for a follow up visit to evaluate options. But before I could visit his office, the hip dislocated again. It was now very unstable. As I was being taken to the hospital the second time, my family called Dr. Callander who immediately reached me in the ER again to say everything will be fine and walked me through the options ahead of me. When I saw him the next day he said in no uncertain terms that if it dislocated again I would need surgery to revise the hip replacement but he assured me not to stress and to try PT. Two months later while doing rehab it popped out a third time and I started planning surgery. I did a lot of research to make sure I was picking the best surgeon for the revision, as I was told by many physicians that this is a much more complex operation than a primary hip replacement. Dr.Callander's name was always in the mix as a recommendation. What sealed the deal for me was his super positive attitude, calm demeanor and already demonstrated proactive accessibility, he also has impeccable medical training. Serendipitously, I found out that Dr. Callander did his fellowship training under Dr. Ranawat. Surgery was in a brand new hospital where I received excellent care. After his visit at 7am the following morning, I asked Dr. Callander when I could leave and he immediately ordered PT and discharged me to go home - less than 24 hours after entering the hospital! I was never in pain following surgery and recovery was relatively easy. Now 3 weeks later, I had my first check up this morning, I'm walking perfectly, feeling strong and beginning PT tomorrow. I was delighted to hear that Dr. Callander expects following a few months of rehab, I will be able to get back to doing everything I had been doing previous to the dislocation(s). What a relief. I'm very grateful for Dr. Callander's care before, during and after the revision surgery. Also Dr. Callendar's assistant's, Johnna and Irma, are both excellent. read more

Dr. Callandar replaced both hips in 2019 for me. I feel great. Went on a bike ride for the first time in a long time with no pain. Thank you! read more

I was very nervous prior to undergoing my left Birmingham Hip Resurfacing. I am in the medical malpractice industry and typically only see cases that have involved complications. I did a lot of research and found that for the right patient, the BHR would be superior to a THR (total hip). It would allow more unrestricted activities, like running, due to the preservation of more native bone. In researching surgeons, I saw that many recommended Dr. Su (NY), Dr. Pritchett (Seattle), Dr. Gross (S.C.), Dr. Bose (India), Dr. McMinn (England). While I did not want to penny pinch on travel to go to a top doctor, I found it hard to believe that we did not have a well qualified BHR specialist in the Bay Area given our top notch medical facilities and universities. After further searching, I found Dr. Callendar. He has done hundreds of these procedures over the years, and he spent time answering my questions to my satisfaction. I took the plunge and underwent the procedure in May 2015, and have long since returned to the activities that I love - cycling, running, and martial arts. His staff is responsive (thanks Mara!) and the staff at CPMC is top notch. Of course, no major surgery is without risks, and complications can occur even under the best of care, but due diligence in selecting one's doctor and hospital can help minimize those risks. A hearty thank you to Dr. Callendar, and best wishes to any of you contemplating BHR or THR. read more

I call him the MIRACLE MAN!!!! DR Callander is a wizard...tops in his field, I had my left hip resurfaces three weeks ago and tomorrow I'm riding a stationary bike and swinging a golf club!!! It's unbelievable, the quality of care is excellent....No more chronic pain, and my hip feels better than new!!! read more

I had a knee replacement three years ago. The office and Dr Callandar were very up front, professional and courteous. I find it interesting that the one poor review was given by someone who didn't even have any surgery done. That review is pointless and anybody that gives it any credence is not playing with a full deck. The surgery was perfect. I have full mobility with my knee and NO pain whatsoever. The nursing staff at Cal Pacific were wonderful with my pre and post surgery care. I traveled over 250 miles to see Dr Callandar. I will do so again if KI need more orthopedic surgery. He's the best! read more

I am a 77 year old skier. Dr Peter Callander replaced both my knees with VISIONAIRE custom prostheses from Smith&Nephew, the first in December 2010 and the second In May 2011. In short, both my experience and my outcomes were outstanding. I had full range of motion in both knees within a few weeks of surgery. I give Dr Callander the highest possible grades across the board -- from consultation through surgery, recovery and follow-up. I recommend him without reservation. read more

I had a Birmingham Hip Resurfacing in November 2016. Prior to the surgery, I was at the point where I couldn't walk more than a few blocks before having pain and had to stop. I'm very active in outrigger canoeing, hiking, running, skiing. Dr. Callander recommended the resurfacing because I was late 50's and very active and planned to be for many years. So, I made the decision to have it done. I have to say, the recovery was a bit intense and painful at first and took longer than what I expected, but I stuck to the plan, was diligent about the physical therapy and I think it helped to be somewhat competitive. Today, I don't run the distances I used to, but I can walk just fine, run stairs for exercise, paddling my outrigger canoe in usual 10-mile runs and though I get stiff and sore now and then, I'd say it's been a huge success and I can be the poster child (or adult) of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing! read more

I am 46 years old and lead an extremely active lifestyle. Over the past 5 years my left hip was progressively getting worse to the point I had to get it surgically repaired. I researched my options for over a year and met with 5 different surgeons throughout Northern California. I feel very blessed that Dr. Callander was one of those surgeons. On Nov 2, 2011(tues) I had BHR performed by Dr.Callander on my left hip. I was his 3rd patient that day and got back to my room after surgery approximately at 6 pm that night. On Thursday(2 days) night I was back home comfortable in my home. Dr. Callander and his staff explained each step along the way and made the experience very easy and comfortable from start to finish. At 1 week I was walking with one crutch, 2 weeks walking without crutches normally, 3 weeks working out and on the elliptical machine and by week 4 played golf, spinning, and doing almost everything but hard running. I am at 12 weeks at this writing and skiing, and back to a full active lifestyle except for the hard running(still need to wait a few more weeks)but am confident I will be able to start soon! It feels like my normal hip!!! Thank you Dr. Callander for the pain free active lifestyle you gave back to me with the BHR! It is with the greatest appreciation that I highly recommend and refer Dr. Callander to anyone that is eligible for the BHR. Thanks so much! Bob read more

Dr. Callender performed hip joint replacement surgery on me January 20, and at 3 weeks I am thrilled and delighted with mobility, little pain, and overall satisfaction. The great third floor CPMC team had me up the next day, and when I was discharged was able to climb up stairs at home. The SUTTER physical therapy folks worked with me twice a week at home, and added to my healing experience. In addition to Dr. Callender's amazing skills , he is a charming, caring person. He has given me back my mobility and quality of life. Before this surgery, I was in horrendous pain, and could hardly walk. He performed a minimally invasive operation which included building up the area so as to balance both legs. Thank you Dr. Callender. read more

Dr Callander and the entire staff at Cal Ortho & Sports Medicine and Sutter hospital are the BEST!. I'm a very active weekend warrior that after 54 years of bodily abuse, had a severely deteriorating hip, and the pain was getting unbearable and limiting activity. I talked to 3 other surgeons that each wanted perform a "full hip" replacement, but after researching everything and talking to Dr. Callander, hip resurfacing (especially BHR) is the way to go. The recovery is longer, but the results for an active lifestyle are totally worth it. There is a good research site here if you're considering BHR: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/birmingham-hip-resurfacing.html It's important to understand that I was a very active 54 year old (55 now), that didn't want to give up his addictions (Skiing, Wakeboarding, Handball, Mountain Biking, etc.) and Dr. Callander did a BHR (Birmingham Hip Resurfacing) procedure 6/16/15 on my left hip. After 6 weeks of PT and some perseverance, I was back in the gym, cranking up my activity level and back in the handball court within 3 months. In December (6 months post-op), we went to Whistler/Blackcomb and 6 months after the surgery, I was back in the sloped. Got in 32 ski days this season - very happy :-) Now it's one year later and now that summer is here, we've already taken the boat out and I've been out riding the wakeboard and the hip feels great. I haven't taken out my slalom stick yet, but that's in the plan for this summer. :-) Dr. Callander is extremely professional and applies a personal touch in everything, you can really tell he cares about his patients, works to understand your goals and matches the treatment that fits your goals. read more

After learning of my frustrating experience with his office, Dr. Callendar was kind enough to call me and see if he could do anything to help. I really appreciated the follow through, and effort to clarify the situation, and trust he was able to use my experience as an example for continuous improvement within the office. While there may be a few communication gaps and process flaws, those are fixable, the bottom line is I still know Dr. Callendar to be an excellent doctor, and appreciate his initiative and thoughtfulness to mitigate an unfortunate experience. read more

Dr Callander was my surgeon for what is known as a hip resurfacing procedure. I was living in pain for years with hip issues that I desperately needed to address. I highly recommend him and hisoffice if you are considering surgery for any sort of hip ailment. This is my second one with Dr Callander - I just had my left hip done this year and I had my right hip done 4 years ago by him. If you are younger and active and looking for an alternative to hip replacement surgey - Dr Callander and the Birmingham Hip Procedure is something you should consider. The staff for him and at CPMC were excellent for both my surgeries. He is a true professional and an expert in his field. If you are considering surgery for a hip ailment, I highly recommend Dr Callander. read more

I had bilateral hip replacements in 2011, the first in May and the positive experience I received from Dr. Callendar's care went back to have the second one done end of the same year. I knew for 15 years that I would eventually need to have hip replacement due to osteoarthritis, but held off until I found the appropriate procedure and doctor to perform my surgery. On my first visit with Dr. Callendar, I had a notebook with a number of questions and he patiently responded to my questions and provided me with alternatives after he reviewed my x-ray. I was living on ibuprofen, unable to sleep through the night due to chronic level 9-10 pain with very limited mobility. Within a few weeks after my first surgery, I was back to pre-surgery activities and mobile to some extent. Because the arthritis was in both hips, I would only be able to function with one good hip until I had the second surgery. My recovery after the second surgery was even better from the experience of the first surgery. It reduced my recovery by half. During my stay in the hospital, Dr. Callendar made a point of stopping in to see me every day of my stay and made sure I was comfortable, free of pain and I was receiving the proper care from the hospital staff. The care I received from the staff and particularly the nurses who took care of me on both occasions were exceptionally nice and caring. One year after the surgeries, I am back to pre-surgery activities, and traveling by plane (especially internationally) and to locations where my work requires. I show no signs of any limp from my surgeries, am free of any pain, can now participate in exercise classes where I was never able to do in the past. I am glad I made the decision to have the surgeries performed by Dr. Callendar. He explained the process and made me comfortable. Glad I waited to find the right doctor for me. read more

I was referred to Dr. Callander by another orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Callander got me in very quickly, reviewed my records and got me right into surgery. I had a Birmingham his resurfacing and was back on my feet in 6 weeks. Prior to the surgery, I had 12 years of continuous pain, thinking it was all muscular. I had INSTANT relief after surgery. It has been 15 months, I'm back to playing golf, ice hockey, hiking, long walks with the dog and am better than ever! Dr. Callandar has an excellent bed side manner, a good sense of humor and speaks to you in terms you can understand. Thank you Dr. Callander! You are the BEST! read more

A year ago, I saw Dr Callander about extreme pain in my hip. After looking at ex rays and spending about 5 minutes with me, he said I had bursitis and sent me to a physical therapist. I recently went to a different doctor because the pain was getting worse. I was told that I had torn a hip muscle from the hip bone and physical therapy had only made matters worse. I spent a year in extreme pain because of his misdiagnosis. Margaret H. read more