Redefining Orthopedic Care in Southern Arizona
Our State-of-the-Art Facility
Arizona Joint Specialty Center is the region’s first and only ambulatory surgery center dedicated exclusively to joint replacement.
Built from the ground up with a focus on efficiency, patient comfort, and cutting-edge technology, AJSC is redefining orthopedic care in Southern Arizona. AJSC is a purpose-built, physician-owned ASC featuring:
Four operating rooms dedicated to total joints
Ten recovery suites with optimized patient flow
Advanced sterilization and infection-control infrastructure
Cutting-edge robotic surgical tools and imaging systems
Comfortable, modern waiting and consultation areas for patients and families
Accreditation by The Joint Commission, which is committed to advancing safety and quality in healthcare
Dedicated Specialty Staff
Every member of the AJSC clinical team is specifically trained in orthopedic care, ensuring safety, precision, and optimal outcomes for every patient.
Orthopedic Joint Surgeons: Specialists focused exclusively on advanced joint reconstruction, utilizing cutting-edge surgical techniques and technologies to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.
Orthopedic-Certified Nursing Team: Circulating nurses with advanced joint replacement expertise.
Specialized Surgical Technologists: Certified technologists proficient in orthopedic instrumentation and workflow.
Pre-Op & Recovery Specialists: Experienced nurses skilled in Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols to promote faster, safer recoveries.
Anesthesia Partners: Experts in outpatient regional anesthesia and multimodal pain control for optimal comfort and mobility.
Our Mission & Vision
Mission: The focus of AJSC is to be the premier center for joint replacement surgery in Arizona by promoting a team approach to deliver high quality, efficient surgical care while providing a safe and comfortable environment for patients, visitors, staff, and physicians.
Vision: To redefine joint replacement surgery by creating a model center of excellence, where innovation, precision, and patient experience set a new standard for outpatient orthopedic care.
Advanced Technology: Precision Joint Systems, Robotic Assistance & Minimally Invasive Techniques
Next-Generation Knee System: Engineered for natural motion and long-term durability, featuring advanced bearing materials and optimized fixation design for enhanced stability and ultra-low wear.
Anterior Hip Platform: Developed for the direct anterior approach with porous fixation surfaces that promote biological integration, improved mobility, and faster recovery.
Robotic-Assisted Surgical Planning: Utilizes patient-specific 3D modeling and intraoperative guidance to achieve precise implant alignment, bone preservation, and superior functional outcomes.
Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques: Focused on preserving healthy tissue and reducing trauma, these advanced approaches use smaller incisions, refined instrumentation, and precise exposure methods—resulting in less pain, shorter recovery times, and faster return to normal activity.
Our Surgeons
The AJSC team includes Southern Arizona’s most respected and high-volume joint surgeons, all leaders in minimally invasive and robotic techniques.
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Dr. Edward Petrow, Jr., DO
Fellowship-trained in hip & knee reconstruction; first in the region to perform a robotic anterior hip replacement. Specializes in Mako™ robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement.
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Dr. Chad Hills, DO
Expert in robotic hip and knee arthroplasty; emphasizes personalized, patient-centered care with advanced Mako™ precision.
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Dr. Jesse J. Wild, MD
Sports-focused arthroplasty surgeon; offers ARK™ minimally invasive knee replacement (subvastus, medial incision) for faster recovery and better pain control.
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Dr. Gens Goodman, DO
Specializes in both primary and complex revision hip & knee replacements; recognized for patient-centered communication and outcomes.