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Kevin P. Smidt, M.D., is a board certified, fellowship‑trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement, with a focus on minimally invasive, muscle‑sparing techniques that help patients recover faster with less swelling and less pain. His goal is to deliver more personalized joint replacement care, providing the comfort and attention of a concierge‑level experience from consultation through recovery.
Dr. Smidt uses modern techniques to help patients move more naturally and recover more comfortably after surgery. He performs hip replacement through a muscle-sparing anterior approach, designed to reduce pain and help patients return to an active lifestyle sooner. Dr. Smidt utilizes the subvastus approach for total and partial knee replacement, which spares the quadriceps muscle and tendon helping to reduce swelling and support earlier mobility. He also incorporates kinematic alignment principles to personalize his knee replacement to each patient’s unique anatomy.
As part of the national “March 2 A Million” movement, Dr. Smidt is committed to helping patients recover from joint replacement with little to no opioids whenever safely possible, focusing on rapid recovery protocols and multimodal pain control. In certain cases, Dr. Smidt uses robotic‑assisted technology as an adjunct to enhance component position and alignment. Every surgical plan is customized – the right technique for the right patient.
Originally from the Chicago suburbs, Dr. Smidt graduated from The Ohio State University’s University Honors Program before earning his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Louisiana State University Health in Shreveport, where he was recognized as Most Outstanding Resident and achieved the highest orthopedic in‑training examination score, followed by advanced fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction at Baptist Health South Florida. He has authored numerous publications and book chapters and has presented his research at national meetings.
Dr. Smidt is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS), and the Anterior Hip Foundation (AHF) and serves as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Arthroplasty.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Smidt enjoys time with his wife, Amanda, and their two daughters. He stays active through powerlifting, Peloton rides, hot yoga, and golf, and enjoys cooking and traveling with his family.
Commonly Treated Conditions
- Degenerative Joint Disease of the Hip / Osteoarthritis
- Hip Arthritis
- Avascular Necrosis / Osteonecrosis
- Hip Inflammatory Arthritis
- Hip Pain
- Degenerative Joint Disease of the Knee / Osteoarthritis
- Knee Pain
- Periprosthetic Fractures
Commonly Performed Procedures
- Total Hip Replacement
- Same Day Outpatient Total Hip Replacement
- Anterior Hip Replacement – Total Hip Anterior Approach
- Robotic Assisted Hip Replacement Surgery
- Revision Hip Surgery
- Total Knee Replacement
- Same Day Outpatient Total Knee Replacement
- Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery
- Partial Knee Replacement/Unicompartment Arthroplasty
- Revision Knee Surgery
- Joint Injections
Clinic Location
Surgery Locations
Education
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UNDERGRADUATE:
The Ohio State University -
MEDICAL SCHOOL:
University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine -
ORTHOPEDIC RESIDENCY:
Louisiana State University -
FELLOWSHIP:
Adult Hip & Knee Reconstruction, Baptist Health South Florida
Titles, Honors & Awards
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Title
Mako SmartRobotics Specialist - Clinical Faculty – Mount Carmel Orthopedic Surgery
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Honors
Chief Resident – LSU Health Orthopaedic Surgery Department -
Awards
The Dr. David and Sharon Waddell Award for Orthopaedic Resident Excellence - LSU Health Orthopedic Surgery Chairman’s Award: Most Outstanding Resident
- LSU Health Orthopedic Surgery Chairman’s Award: Highest Orthopedic In-Training Exam Score
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Resident of the Month
- LSU Health Annual GME Research Presentation: First Place Award
Associations
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
- Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
- Ohio Orthopedic Society (OOS)
- US Center for SafeSport – SafeSport Trained
Research & Teaching
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Research
Peer Reviewer: Journal of Arthroplasty, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) - Presenter at top national orthopedic societies including AAOS, AAHKS, AAMC, Orthopedic Research Society (ORS), and Louisiana Orthopedic Association (LOA)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see an orthopedic specialist?
Consider seeing an orthopedic specialist when pain persists, limits your movement or interferes with daily activities. A specialist can identify the cause and discuss surgical and nonsurgical treatment options. Traumatic bone or joint injuries caused by an accident or fall may require immediate orthopedic trauma and fracture care.
What is the difference between an orthopedic surgeon and a sports medicine physician?
An orthopedic surgeon treats conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons and can perform surgery when necessary. Sports medicine focuses on preventing and rehabilitating activity-related injuries.
Orthopedic ONE’s sports medicine program includes primary care sports medicine physicians, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons, athletic trainers and physical therapists. The right provider depends on the condition and whether surgical expertise may be needed.
What causes knee pain when going up or down stairs?
Pain while using stairs may need an individual evaluation because several knee conditions can cause similar symptoms. Orthopedic ONE’s knee specialists diagnose and treat conditions associated with overuse, patellofemoral pain syndrome, patellar tendinitis, muscle strains, ligament sprains, arthritis and cartilage injuries.
Can a torn meniscus heal without surgery?
Not every meniscus tear automatically requires surgery. Orthopedic ONE offers both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for meniscus tears. A knee specialist can evaluate the location and nature of the injury and recommend an appropriate treatment plan. Learn more about the conditions treated by Orthopedic ONE’s knee specialists.
What are the treatment options for knee arthritis?
Nonsurgical treatment options may include personalized exercise, weight management, physical therapy, activity modification, corticosteroid injections and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Depending on the extent of joint damage, other options may include biologic therapies, cartilage restoration, osteotomy, partial knee replacement or total knee replacement. Orthopedic ONE’s joint preservation specialists work to preserve the natural joint and delay replacement whenever appropriate.
When is a hip replacement recommended?
Hip replacement may be considered when advanced arthritis or significant joint deterioration causes ongoing pain and reduced function. Younger or active patients with early-stage arthritis, labral tears or structural hip conditions may be candidates for treatments designed to preserve the natural joint.
An orthopedic hip specialist can assess the condition and determine whether joint preservation or hip replacement should be considered.
How long does recovery take after a knee replacement?
Recovery varies according to the patient and treatment plan. The Orthopedic ONE patient education library provides a Step-by-Step Guide to Total Knee Replacement and Recovery, preoperative education and home-exercise resources. Your physician and care team will provide instructions based on your procedure and individual needs.
Can physical therapy help me avoid surgery?
Yes. Physical therapy is often a first-line treatment for musculoskeletal pain and injuries. A treatment plan may include therapeutic exercise, manual treatment, pain-relief techniques, activity changes and injury-prevention education.
For some patients with osteoarthritis, physical therapy and other conservative treatments may help delay or avoid joint-replacement surgery. Learn more about Orthopedic ONE’s approach to joint preservation.