About Your Surgeon: Dietrich Kayser MD
I was drawn to medicine by a passion for science, love for people, and a need to fix things. During medical school at MUSC, I discovered orthopedics, a field that allows me to truly make a difference by restoring function and improving quality of life. Even today, it remains one of the few specialties that has the potential to definitively fix problems. Every day, I get to sit with people and work with them to see what nonoperative and surgical tools we have to try to get them back to comfortably doing the things they want or need to do.
Through my training and career I have maximized my exposure to orthopedics. Including learning from giants in the world of medicine and orthopedics at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio where the founding fathers of orthopedics and anatomy trained and educated. This experience at a level 1 trauma center, alongside working with professional athletes, and community partners, gave me a broad and deep understanding of musculoskeletal care. My time in the military further honed my skills. I was challenged to not only learn about the care for fast paced patients at home but also in an austere environment. All the while, I have pursued opportunities to learn from international experts and industry leaders to ensure I am always offering the best possible care for my patients.
Why patients Choose Dr. Kayser
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- Hip and knee replacement expertise
- Robotic-assisted knee replacement
- Anterior hip replacement
- Arthroscopic surgery and sports injuries
- Fracture and trauma care
- Personalized treatment plans—from non-operative care to surgery
- Focused on getting patients back to real life
- Hip and knee replacement expertise
What sets my practice apart
My practice is its holistic approach to orthopedics. I’ve intentionally sought training and experiences that allow me to care for a diverse range of patients— from infants to centenarians, with interests ranging from board games and cooking to Ironman triathlons and mixed martial arts. I not only enjoy taking care of these different people but also all parts of them. By not having a transactional relationship solely treating their joint, shoulder, or sports injury, I build meaningful relationships with my patients. This helps me better understand their unique needs and work with them toward their goals, no matter what injury they have or what chapter of life they are in. Together, we can focus on maximizing nonoperative treatments, and when needed, we can carefully decide on the best surgical plan for you.

