Andrew Hester, MD - Board Certified Hip & Knee Surgeon
Restoring Mobility,
Renewing Life
Specialized expertise in muscle sparing, robotic, and revision hip and knee replacement surgery.
About Dr. Hester
Dedicated to Your Recovery
I am Andrew Hester, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement. With extensive training and experience in joint replacement surgery, I am dedicated to helping patients regain their mobility and quality of life.
My approach combines the latest surgical techniques with a deep commitment to personalized patient care. I believe that every patient deserves a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs, lifestyle, and goals.
From your first consultation through your complete recovery, I am committed to being your partner in this journey, ensuring you receive the highest standard of orthopedic care.
Board Certified
Orthopedic Surgery
Fellowship Trained
Joint Replacement
3,000+
Hip & Knee Replacements
Muscle Sparing
Surgical Techniques
Dr. Hester was born and raised in Rockwall, TX. He went on to graduate Summa Cum Laude from Abilene Christian University with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. This was followed by medical school at UT Southwestern in Dallas where he was inducted into the AOA National Honor Medical Society for his academic achievements as well as the Gold Humanism Honor Society for his clinical care, leadership, and dedication to service.
After medical school, Dr. Hester completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at JPS Hospital in Fort Worth and his adult reconstruction fellowship at The CORE Institute in Phoenix, AZ. During fellowship, he received extensive training in robotic assisted total hip and knee arthroplasty, direct anterior approach total hip arthroplasty, as well as complex and revision total hip and knee arthroplasty. Dr. Hester is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. Hester is passionate about what he does and feels honored to serve the East Texas community by restoring function and quality of life to those suffering from hip and knee pain. Most importantly, Dr. Hester and his wife, Andrea, have 4 young children who keep them very busy. They enjoy outdoor activities, horses, baseball, and traveling. Dr. Hester and his family are members of Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler.
Fellowship Trained
Expert in Joint Replacement Surgery
Utilizing the latest advancements in muscle sparing, robotic, and revision techniques to provide you with the best possible outcomes and fastest recovery times.
Jiffy + Robotics = Minimally Traumatic + Advanced Precision
Jiffy Knee SurgeonDr. Hester is a certified Jiffy Knee surgeon — an innovative muscle sparing knee replacement program designed for a faster, more streamlined recovery. By using this method, patient's experience a more comfortable, efficient path back to an active life. Dr. Hester is the only surgeon in East Texas that offers the Jiffy Knee. In fact, he is only one of about 75 surgeons in the country that offers the procedure. He not only utilizes this minimally traumatic approach to knee replacement but combines it with the incredible precision of MAKO robotic assistance. This combination proves to be a powerful way to get you moving and back to a full active lifestyle in a less painful, more efficient manner and with long lasting results provided by the MAKO robotic technology and Stryker total knee implants.
Benefits
- Jiffy Knee technique — faster recovery
- Significant pain reduction
- Restored knee function
- Improved quality of life
- Robotic assisted surgery
Conditions Treated
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Post-traumatic arthritis
- Knee deformity
- Failed previous surgery
Jiffy Knee Explained
Educational Resources
Videos & Patient Education
Watch informative videos about procedures, recovery, and what to expect throughout your orthopedic care journey.
Understanding Hip Replacement Surgery
Learn about the hip replacement procedure and what to expect.
Knee Replacement Recovery Guide
Essential tips for a smooth recovery after knee surgery.
Preparing for Joint Surgery
How to prepare yourself physically and mentally for surgery.
More educational videos coming soon. Check back for updates on procedures and recovery tips.
Day of Your Clinic Visit
You will check in at the front desk. They may have you fill out some paperwork (some of which you may have already completed online). Once you are called back to a room you will likely undergo an xray. Feel free to bring in a disk with your xrays so they can be uploaded. Sometimes the disk will not upload correctly or additional views may be needed to formulate a proper treatment plan. Once xrays are obtained, you will meet with Dr. Hester or his PA Ben De La Rosa. They will obtain a history and brief examination on the affected joint, then go over the treatment options as listed below.
Surgery
If surgery is the treatment you and Dr. Hester decide on, you will receive a comprehensive guide about how to prepare for surgery, what to expect on the day of surgery as well as the post-operative protocols and multi-modal medication regimens to make your preparation and recovery as smooth as possible.
Injections
- Corticosteroid
- Gel or Visco
Medicinal
- NSAIDs
- Topicals
Referrals
- Physical Therapy
- Pain Management
Insurance
- BCBS
- Aetna
- Cigna
- United
- WellMed
- Ambetter
- Medicare
- Medicaid
- TriWest
- Tricare
- VA
Cash Pay / Self Pay
Patient Stories
What Our Patients Say
"I can't say enough about Dr. Hester. He is the kindest and the most brilliant doctor I have ever used. I never had any pain with my knee replacement. That is amazing to me. The staff in the hospital and the office are fantastic. I couldn't have had a better experience anywhere than I did at Azalea Orthopedic. I share this with everybody I come in contact with. When you get old and you get around your friends, all you talk about is your ailments and aches and pains and surgeries lol. So, I recommend him to all of my friends everywhere — Church classmates, anybody I come in contact with. I share what a pleasant experience it was to go through my knee replacement and how wonderful Dr. Hester is. Thank you Dr. Hester for making this a pain-free surgery. God bless you and your staff always."
Betty Lynn Repp
knee replacement Patient
"I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Hester. I have the utmost confidence in his abilities as a surgeon. Moreover, I had a left hip replacement in March of 2024 and a right knee replacement in July of 2024. In both instances, Dr. Hester was the consummate professional and his bedside manner and detailed explanations of the procedures was quite helpful. After both surgeries, I returned to work in a matter of weeks. I attribute the speedy recovery, in large part, to Dr. Hester. I have been a competitive powerlifter for many years, and Lord willing, I plan to compete in April of this year. Thank you Dr. Hester…more World records are coming!"
Bruce Koch
hip replacement Patient
"Outstanding knee replacements by Dr. Andrew Hester and his staff. I loved the finely run office and never having to wonder what was happening next. I was always so well informed from first appointment, procedure and follow-ups. The Azalea office in Tyler, as well as Baylor Scott & White surgical center in Tyler, were so organized, caring and prepared to make my knee replacement procedures so smooth and kept me well informed along the way. Would definitely recommend this office- and Dr. Hester to anyone needing knee or hip replacements. Don't put it off."
Katina Green
knee replacement Patient
"Dr Hester did my total knee replacement 6 weeks ago. No complications, healing is going well. He and Azalea Orthopedics made sure I had all the information I could need prior to surgery and after. Was assigned case manager nurses to follow up with me before and after. Excellent experience."
Glenda Gooldy
knee replacement Patient
"Dr Andrew Hester is the Best Ortho Surgeon! Dr De La Rosa is the Best at closing in Surgery! And Hester's assistant, Madison, is awesome! She set up appointments, in home nursing, prescriptions, rehab (Enhabit Rehab) & all text to tell me what to do. All I had to do was show up for a "Total" knee replacement. Low pain, 100% rotation. 1st surgery June 10, 2025. It went so well, that I have already scheduled the other knee for September 18! Eight doctors before Dr Hester refused care. Dr Andrew Hester jumped right on the procedure. Awesome people! This is where you need to be!"
Pamela Peake
knee replacement Patient
"Had my post op appointment today and everything is great. My hip replacement has been fantastic and I have had no pain since about week five after surgery. Dr. Hester is top notch and if my right hip gets anywhere near as bad as my left one did, I'm having it replaced asap. Azalea is the best place to go for any kind of orthopedic care!!"
Van Chatham
hip replacement Patient
"Best hip replacement surgeon ever. My hip gives me 0 pain he is my hip and knee doctor for good I highly recommend this Surgeon"
Scott Hargrove
hip replacement Patient
Contact Us
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Phone
(903) 939-7554
scheduling@hesterhipandknee.com
Tyler Office
3414 Golden Rd, Tyler, TX 75701
Athens Office
1123 S. Palestine St, Suite 300, Athens, TX 75751
Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am - 5pm
Athens
Tyler