Dr. Joshua Urban, Orthopedic Surgeon: Joint Replacement

Joshua A. Urban, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Specialties

Hip, Joint Replacement, Knee

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A board-certified orthopedic surgeon based in the Omaha area since 2004, Dr. Urban specializes in the diagnosis, non-operative management, and surgical treatment of hip and knee conditions.

During his fellowship, he trained under world-renowned hip and knee replacement surgeons Charles Engh, Gerry Engh, C. Anderson Engh, and James McAuley.  He has published numerous research articles and book chapters on hip and knee conditions and his current research focus is in non-opioid pain solutions for joint replacement patients. His practice focuses on total care of the hip and knee joints, from soft tissue injuries through customized joint replacement (including anterior, posterior and lateral hip techniques) and revision.

Hometown: Kearney, NE

Conditions

Hip Arthritis, Hip Bursitis, Hip Dislocation, Hip Fractures, Knee Arthritis, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee), and less common conditions

Treatments

Hip Injections, Hip Replacement, Hip Replacement Revision Surgery, iovera, Knee Replacement, Knee Replacement Revision Surgery, Knee Scope, and less common treatments

Ages treated: 40+
Accepts workers comp: Yes

Team Members

Erin Martin, PA-C
Erin and Dr. Urban work alongside each other in clinic and surgery to provide comprehensive orthopedic care. With more than 10 years of experience together, Erin often sees Dr. Urban's patients and they collaborate on their progress.
Kandi Dolesh, PA
Kandice works alongside Dr. Steven Goebel and Dr. Joshua Urban in clinic and surgery to provide comprehensive orthopedic care. She often sees their patients and they collaborate on their progress.

Nurse

Rhonda
In Practice Since 1998
Dr. Urban working on knee

Credentials

Certifications

Education

  • Anderson Orthopaedic Research Institute | Joint Replacement Fellowship, 2004
  • Creighton-Nebraska Universities Health Foundation | Orthopedic Residency, 2003
  • Creighton-Nebraska Universities Health Foundation | Internship, 1998
  • University of Nebraska Medical Center | MD, 1998
  • Cornell College | BSS, 1993 (History, Religion, Biochemistry)

Memberships & Awards

Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5 (577 Ratings, 286 Comments)

3 stars
September 27, 2026
I felt like my doctor should have reviewed my chart before seeing me.
5 stars
September 27, 2026
Every one is so positive and professional. My hip replacement is going very well.
5 stars
September 26, 2026
Prompt, courteous staff and doctor.
5 stars
September 25, 2026
Because of the doctor and techs
5 stars
September 25, 2026
Great job
5 stars
September 25, 2026
Efficient service! Caring staff that really listen to their patients , with step by step plans for treatment
5 stars
September 25, 2026
Gave options and respected what I had to say.
5 stars
September 24, 2026
I loved meeting Dr. Urban and his staff, my only complaint would be my appointment was 10:00 and I did not get called in until 10:30… I actually went to the desk to inquire about my appointment being delayed.
5 stars
September 24, 2026
The care they took in ensuring the surgery process and recovery treatment was over the top. Very kind and compassionate individuals at each step.
5 stars
September 23, 2026
The staff/nurses/Dr Urban helped me feel very comfortable in my decision to proceed with hip replacement thru OrthoNebraska.
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