Dr. Andrew Hester, M.D., is a Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon at Azalea Orthopedics. He earned his M.D. (UT Southwestern, 2016) after receiving his B.S. in Biochemistry (Abilene Christian, Summa Cum Laude). He completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency (John Peter Smith Hospital) and a Fellowship in Adult Hip & Knee Reconstruction (CORE Institute).
He specializes in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, offering complex and revision surgery, Direct Anterior Approach for hips, and Robotic-Assisted replacements.
Dr. Andrew Hester, M.D., is a Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon at Azalea Orthopedics. He earned his M.D. (UT Southwestern, 2016) after receiving his B.S. in Biochemistry (Abilene Christian, Summa Cum Laude). He completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency (John Peter Smith Hospital) and a Fellowship in Adult Hip & Knee Reconstruction (CORE Institute).
He specializes in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, offering complex and revision surgery, Direct Anterior Approach for hips, and Robotic-Assisted replacements.
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Dr. Hester did a wonderful job on my hip replacement and I am going back to him for the other one. I have recommended him to several of my friends and neighbors.
(6 days ago)
Mar-2026
Took his time, showed concern, felt like he gave me good information. Would highly recommend.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Hester is extremely, smart, kind and attentive. I’m very grateful I was referred to him. My surgery went great.
(3 months ago)
Dec-2025
Awesome in every way!
(3 months ago)
Dec-2025
He will do my other hip if I ever need it. Nothing more needs to be said.
(3 months ago)
Dec-2025
Great Surgeon!!
(3 months ago)
Dec-2025
Doctor Hester, was very professional,listened to me, took time did not rush in and out. I am very impressed.
(3 months ago)
Dec-2025
He offer different avenues to go through before he considers surgery
(4 months ago)
Dec-2025
This was my first visit and I was very satisfied with Dr. Hester and the staff was also very nice and efficient.
Dr. Andrew Hester, M.D., is a Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in hip and knee arthroplasty. He treats all conditions related to hip and knee arthroplasty, from arthritis to painful or dysfunctional hip and knee replacements. He has extensive training in robotic-assisted surgery and direct anterior approach for total hip arthroplasty.
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 his fellowship, he received extensive training in robotic and computer-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 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. Outside of work, he likes to exercise and grill. Most importantly, Dr. Hester and his wife, Andrea, have 4 young children who keep them very busy. They enjoy outdoor activities, sports, and traveling.
Dr. Hester did a wonderful job on my hip replacement and I am going back to him for the other one. I have recommended him to several of my friends and neighbors.
Took his time, showed concern, felt like he gave me good information. Would highly recommend.
Dr. Hester is extremely, smart, kind and attentive. I’m very grateful I was referred to him. My surgery went great.
Awesome in every way!
He will do my other hip if I ever need it. Nothing more needs to be said.
Great Surgeon!!
Doctor Hester, was very professional,listened to me, took time did not rush in and out. I am very impressed.
He offer different avenues to go through before he considers surgery
This was my first visit and I was very satisfied with Dr. Hester and the staff was also very nice and efficient.
Very helpful and understanding