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Dr. Benjamin Kuhns

Top Expert in Hip and Joint Preservation

Dr. Benjamin Kuhns is a leading expert in hip preservation and reconstruction, specializing in the accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment of complex hip conditions. He combines deep clinical knowledge with the latest in advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to identify the true source of a patient’s hip pain, often when others cannot. Whether managing pain through non-surgical care or performing advanced procedures like hip arthroscopy or robotic hip replacement, Dr. Kuhns is dedicated to helping his patients return to the activities they love with clarity, confidence, and lasting relief.

Dr. Kuhns is the Director of Research and is a highly published researcher whose work directly informs the way he treats his patients. With over 40 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters focused on hip pathology, he remains at the forefront of emerging knowledge in hip preservation and reconstruction. Dr. Kuhns is committed to finding the right solution for each individual. His goal is to truly understand your lifestyle and concerns, then work with you to build a treatment plan that gets you back to what you love.

See Dr. Kuhns at the American Hip Institute!

At the American Hip Institute, Dr. Kuhns provides expert, patient-centered care using the most advanced techniques in hip preservation and reconstruction. Working alongside a team of leading specialists, he uses high-resolution imaging, minimally invasive procedures, and a comprehensive understanding of hip biomechanics to accurately diagnose and treat each patient. Dr. Kuhns takes the time to understand every individual’s needs and goals, creating customized treatment plans that prioritize long-term relief and return to activity. His approach combines innovation, precision, and compassion — helping patients feel confident every step of the way.

American Hip Institute by The Numbers

  • 1st
    In the nation to perform outpatient robotic hip surgery
  • 10000+
    Hip surgeries performed by AHI surgeons
  • 550+
    Research articles published by the team, driving innovation in hip treatment
Dr. Benjamin Kuhns

Looking For a Hip Surgeon You Can Trust?

Choosing to get treatment for hip pain, especially when surgery is involved, can feel scary and overwhelming. For many patients, taking that step is life-changing. With the right diagnosis and expert care, hip treatment can relieve pain, restore mobility, and give you your life back. At the American Hip Institute, Dr. Kuhns and the team are here to guide you every step of the way, with compassion, expertise, and a treatment plan built just for you.

He understands that every case of hip pain is unique, and takes the time to listen closely, answer questions, and involve each patient in creating a personalized treatment plan. Whether the path forward involves physical therapy, imaging, injections, or surgery, Dr. Kuhns works side by side with his patients to find the option that best fits their goals, lifestyle, and comfort level. His priority is making sure every patient feels heard, supported, and confident in their care.

Dr. Kuhns specializes in treating the following conditions both non-surgically and surgically:

  • Hip Dysplasia & Instability
  • Labral Tears
  • Hip Impingement (FAI)
  • Gluteus Medius Tears
  • Hamstring & Hip Flexor Injuries
  • Hip Arthritis
  • Avascular Necrosis of the Hip
  • 14-time marathoner and fitness studio owner shares her inspiring recovery after double hip replacement.

    Within two minutes of talking to my provider team, I knew this was the right place for me. My expectations from AHI were exceeded. I know I am not the only patient here but I feel like it.

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  • Patrick Brucki returns to the highest level of NCAA wrestling after his hip arthroscopies at AHI

    I am extremely grateful for the opportunity American Hip Institute gave me to take my life back. They really did change my life. I cannot thank the entire team enough.

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  • Guillermo S. From Uruguay Returns to An Active Lifestyle After Hip Resurfacings

    The pain would start after walking five blocks, after stretching, and I even avoided the curbs on the sidewalk. Two months after the surgery, I was back to living life, and after another month I was living a 100% normal life.

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Dr. Kuhns’s Practice Locations

Chicago/O'Hare/Rosemont

999 E Touhy
Suite 450
Des Plaines, IL 60018

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Northwest Indiana

9615 Keilman St
St. John, IN 46373

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Chicago Western Suburbs

270 W Loop Rd
Wheaton, IL 60189

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Chicago/City/Loop

111 N. Wabash Ave.
Suite 1919,
Chicago, IL. 60602

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