Nebraska Medical Center

Your recovery doesn't wait.
Neither do we.

Expert orthopedic care, sports medicine, and rehabilitation — all under one roof at Nebraska's leading medical center. From diagnosis to full recovery, our specialists are with you every step.

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Top-Rated Care

Nebraska Medical Center

Consistently ranked among the best hospitals in the region for orthopedics and rehabilitation.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Care, One Center

From acute injury to chronic condition management, Hixson-Lied Center delivers the full spectrum of orthopedic and rehabilitation services with exceptional expertise.

Orthopedic Surgery

Advanced joint replacement, fracture repair, and minimally invasive surgical procedures performed by fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons.

Sports Medicine

Specialized care for athletes of all levels — from amateur to professional. Diagnosis, treatment, and return-to-play protocols for sports-related injuries.

Physical Rehabilitation

Personalized rehabilitation programs combining cutting-edge therapy equipment with compassionate care to restore mobility and function.

Spine Care

Comprehensive spine evaluation and treatment — from conservative management and injections to advanced surgical interventions when needed.

Joint Preservation

Minimally invasive techniques to preserve your natural joints, including biologic treatments, cartilage restoration, and regenerative medicine options.

Pain Management

Multidisciplinary approach to chronic and acute pain relief, combining interventional procedures, medication management, and therapy.

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About Us

A Legacy of Moving People Forward

The Hixson-Lied Center is the orthopedic and rehabilitation home within Nebraska Medical Center — one of the state's most trusted healthcare systems. For decades, we've helped patients regain movement, relieve pain, and return to the activities they love.

Our center brings together board-certified orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, physiatrists, and physical therapists who collaborate on every case. That means you get a coordinated plan — not fragmented care — no matter what brings you through our doors.

Affiliated with Nebraska Medical Center

A nationally recognized academic medical center

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Advanced surgical suites and rehabilitation technology

Patient-Centered Approach

Every treatment plan is tailored to your goals and lifestyle

Why Choose Us

Built on Trust, Driven by Results

When it comes to your bones, joints, and mobility, the details matter. Here's what sets Hixson-Lied Center apart.

Academic Medical Center Advantage

As part of Nebraska Medical Center, we bring the full depth of academic medicine to your care — the latest research, techniques, and protocols available at a community level.

Compassionate, Personal Care

You're not a chart number here. Our team takes the time to listen, explain your options clearly, and build a plan that fits your life — not the other way around.

Faster Path to Recovery

With on-site imaging, same-day appointments for urgent cases, and integrated rehab services, we minimize delays and get you moving sooner.

Multidisciplinary Teams

Surgeons, therapists, radiologists, and pain specialists collaborate on your case — so every decision is informed and every treatment is coordinated.

Ready to Get Back to What You Love?

Whether it's a sports injury, chronic joint pain, or a fracture that won't heal — our specialists are ready to help. Take the first step toward a pain-free life.

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Your recovery doesn't wait.
Neither do we.