Queen Creek has grown quickly, and many residents now look for specialist care without a long drive into the city. Dr. Christian Eccles, a board-certified hip and knee replacement surgeon, sees patients at a South Gilbert office that is a short trip from most of town.
Your Route to the South Gilbert Office
From central Queen Creek, Rittenhouse Road and Germann Road lead west to 1675 E Melrose St., Suite 101, Gilbert, AZ 85297, usually in about 20 to 25 minutes depending on traffic. Because Queen Creek sits mostly in Maricopa County with a portion in Pinal County, residents on either side of the county line follow similar routes. If the North Gilbert office at 2940 E Banner Gateway Dr., Suite 200, Gilbert, AZ 85234 suits your schedule better, Ellsworth Road and Loop 202 connect you there.
Understanding Your Joint Pain
Knee and hip arthritis develop when the smooth cartilage that cushions the joint wears thin. You may notice stiffness after sitting, a deep ache in the groin or knee, grinding, or swelling after activity. Learn about knee arthritis and hip arthritis, including the nonsurgical treatments that are usually tried first.
How Dr. Eccles Approaches Knee Replacement
A total knee replacement removes damaged bone and cartilage and caps the joint with implants shaped to move like a healthy knee. Accuracy in implant position is one of the factors that influences how a new knee feels, which is why Dr. Eccles uses robotic assistance for appropriate patients. The TMINI® Miniature Robotic System is handheld and wireless, and it works from a 3D surgical plan based on your knee.
Where possible, he favors muscle and tendon-sparing and minimally invasive techniques that respect the tissues around the joint. For a knee replacement that has worn or loosened over time, revision knee replacement can restore stability.
Hip Replacement Choices
With total hip replacement, a new ball and socket replace the arthritic joint. Dr. Eccles performs both anterior hip replacement and posterior hip replacement, and he uses AI navigation with OrthoGrid Hip AI during surgery to help evaluate cup position and leg length. Revision hip replacement is also available.
Going Home Sooner and More Comfortably
If you are healthy and meet discharge criteria, outpatient joint replacement may let you recover at home in Queen Creek on the day of surgery. A regional nerve block and early therapy help make that possible. Narcotic-free knee replacement focuses on non-opioid pain control so you can stay alert for rehabilitation. Review the pre-op and post-op guidelines to plan ahead.
About Dr. Eccles
Dr. Christian Eccles is fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction at Indiana University and completed orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Louisville. He is board certified, holds memberships in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and has published research on reducing opioid use after knee replacement.
Common Questions from Queen Creek
Do I need to drive into Phoenix for robotic knee replacement?
No. Robotic-assisted knee replacement with the TMINI® system is offered by Dr. Eccles, whose offices are in nearby Gilbert.
I live on the Pinal County side of Queen Creek. Can I still be seen?
Yes. Patients from across the area are welcome. Check with your insurance plan about coverage and referral requirements before your visit.
What happens at the first consultation?
Dr. Eccles reviews your symptoms and medical history, examines the joint, and looks at your X-rays. You will talk through nonsurgical options as well as surgery, so you can decide on a plan with a clear picture of the benefits and risks.
Call (602) 648-5444 to talk with the office.
