Philip D. Wilson Jr.

Philip Duncan Wilson Jr. (1920–2016) was an orthopedic surgeon who brought total hip replacement surgery to the Hospital for Special Surgery in 1967. He started at the Hospital for Special Surgery in 1948, and served as the Surgeon-in-Chief from 1972 to 1989. He served as the President of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in 1972.^[1]

Early life[]

Wilson graduated from Harvard University and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1944. From 1946-1948, he served in the United States Army at Brooke General Hospital, attaining the rank of captain.^{[citation needed]}

Career[]

Wilson led Hospital for Special Surgery in the field of joint replacement and orthopedic research, fostering the hospital’s development as a center for patient care. He introduced total hip replacement to the hospital in 1967 and served as the hospital's surgeon-in-chief from 1972 to 1989.During his 17-year tenure as surgeon-in-chief, he developed a research department that brought together engineers and orthopedic surgeons and ushered biomechanics into the computer age. During this time, he held the dual role of Director of Resident Training, promoting innovation in graduate medical education and served as a role model for aspiring orthopedic surgeons.^[2]

Death[]

Wilson died in June 29, 2016.^[3]

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