Direct Anterior Hip Replacement
Explore the procedure, surgical planning, and questions to discuss with your surgeon.
TA-WEI TAI HIP AND KNEE SURGEON · TAINAN
TA-WEI TAI, MD, PhD · TAINAN, TAIWAN
Hip, Knee & Bone Health
Ta-Wei Tai, MD, PhD
Hip and Knee Surgeon · Tainan, Taiwan
Dr. Ta-Wei Tai is a hip and knee surgeon and Clinical Associate Professor at National Cheng Kung University Hospital in Tainan, Taiwan. His clinical work focuses on direct anterior hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee replacement.
Explore his professional background and practical guides to joint replacement, recovery, and bone health.
HIP & KNEE REPLACEMENTOSTEOPOROSISPATIENT EDUCATION
CLINICAL PRACTICE & ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
About Dr. Tai
Dr. Ta-Wei Tai combines clinical work in joint reconstruction with a background in biomedical engineering and research in musculoskeletal health. He is an attending orthopedic surgeon in the Department of Orthopedics and Joint Reconstruction Center at National Cheng Kung University Hospital, where he also holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor.
His clinical interests include direct anterior hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee replacement, alongside the assessment and management of osteoporosis. These areas connect two important aspects of orthopedic care: the joint itself and the bone that supports it.
Dr. Tai earned his medical degree and PhD in biomedical engineering at National Cheng Kung University. In 2024–2025, he was a Visiting Research Fellow in adult reconstruction at Mayo Clinic in the United States. His research interests include osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and joint replacement.
Through his patient education writing, Dr. Tai explains treatment choices, the role and limits of surgical technology, and the practical questions that arise before and after surgery. The English guides on this website extend that work to readers seeking clear information about joint and bone health.
Appointments & education
- Attending Orthopedic Surgeon — Department of Orthopedics and Joint Reconstruction Center, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, Tainan, Taiwan.
- Clinical Associate Professor — National Cheng Kung University Hospital, 2021–present.
- Visiting Research Fellow, Adult Reconstruction — Mayo Clinic, United States, 2024–2025.
- MD; PhD in Biomedical Engineering — National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan.
Professional background — Mandarin page
View Dr. Tai’s PubMed-indexed publications, sorted by publication date with the most recent first.
Patient resources
Choose a guide below to explore a topic and prepare questions for your care team. Each guide also links to its corresponding Mandarin page.
Recovery After Hip Replacement
Find the questions patients ask about walking, everyday activities, and returning to work after surgery.
Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement
Explore the role of surgical technology and the decisions involved in planning a knee replacement.
Understanding Your DXA Bone Density Test
Learn about bone density reports and the questions to bring to your appointment.
Bone Health Around Joint Replacement
Explore questions about bone health before and after hip or knee replacement.
Planning a consultation in Taiwan
Hip and knee replacement surgery consultations
English-language consultations with Dr. Tai are for patients considering hip or knee replacement surgery, including direct anterior hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee replacement. The consultation focuses on assessing whether joint replacement is appropriate for you and discussing surgical options, risks, and recovery. These discussions can be conducted in English.
View Dr. Tai’s clinic schedule and book an appointment · Hospital appointment system — English
For assistance before your visit, please contact National Cheng Kung University Hospital’s International Medical Center. If your concern is unrelated to hip or knee replacement surgery, please ask the center about the appropriate specialty or clinic.
Medical information disclaimer
This website provides general educational information. It does not replace a medical consultation, diagnosis, or an individual treatment plan.
Written by Dr. Ta-Wei Tai, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, Tainan, Taiwan.