About Me

Dr. Garvin is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with special interests in hip and knee reconstruction, and the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal infections. He has maintained an active clinical practice, performing over 400 primary hip and knee arthroplasties, and periacetabular or femoral osteotomies per year. He has extensive experience performing all hip approaches (anterior, anterolateral, transtrochanteric and posterior).

Services and treatments

Credentials

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery

Medical School

Medical College of Wisconsin, 1982

Internship

University of Arkansas, 1982

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arkansas, 1987

Fellowship

Hip Preservation, Hospital For Special Surgery, 1988

Publications

Dr. Garvin has published over 100 peer-reviewed scientific articles and numerous textbook chapters. He has been an active researcher with grant funding.

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Locations

Orthopaedics Clinic at Lauritzen Outpatient Center
4014 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 Get directions
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Orthopaedics Clinic at Village Pointe Health Center
17405 Burke Street Omaha, NE 68118 Get directions
Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Can perform surgeries at: Nebraska Medical Center.

Insurance and Coverage

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Licensed to practice medicine in: Nebraska

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Ratings

  • Sep 23, 2026

    Dr Garvin listened to my concerns did a full assessment and helped me understand why I was having nerve pain post surgery. He was confident and helped me feel reassured. Did not feel dismissed!!! He is the best

  • Sep 01, 2026

    Talked around me to his assistant.

  • Aug 09, 2026

    Was very satisfied with everyone involved with my visit. I felt like they truly cared what I was saying.

  • Aug 09, 2026

    Dr. Garvin was friendly, thorough, knowledgeable, and professional.

  • Jul 18, 2026

    I appreciate having the MRI up on a screen that could be used for information and explanation of possible procedure. I felt like my list of questions were responded to, to the best of the ability given the current data.

  • Jul 15, 2026

    This was a follow up visit & every previous visit I have received excellent care.

  • Jul 01, 2026

    My experience could not have been better.

  • Jul 01, 2026

    I was very pleased!!

  • Jun 17, 2026

    The care providers were all extremely pleasant, caring, and interested in my welfare.

  • Jun 08, 2026

    Dr. Garvin is a lifesaver. He was so good at figuring out a plan after my surgery with another doctor was not healing correctly. He gave me much hope and a plan of action that was acceptable to both of us.

  • May 24, 2026

    Dr Garvin listened to me.

  • May 22, 2026

    Dr. Garvin and the young doctor with him were professional, knowledgeable, and caring.

  • May 21, 2026

    Dr. Garvin is awesome!!!!

  • May 16, 2026

    Good

  • May 15, 2026

    I always feel good about my appointments with Dr Garvin's team

  • Apr 30, 2026

    The BEST ortho care in Omaha, I appreciate Dr. Garvin and his staff immensely! I know I am in excellent healthcare hands!!

  • Apr 16, 2026

    Dr Garvin is exceptional and I wouldn't go to anyone else.

  • Apr 14, 2026

    Dr. Garvin was friendly and professional. He showed me the X-ray and explained the cause of my knee pain

  • Apr 09, 2026

    I was very well cared for. But the extraordinary care came from Dr. Garvin's concern for my home life as I shared with him that I am the primary caregiver for my husband who's had a stroke.

  • Mar 11, 2026

    I would recommend Dr. Garvin. Really waited to see the X-rays!

  • Mar 05, 2026

    Great Doctor. Explained everything

  • Mar 03, 2026

    Very nice people first and with that, excellent care takers.

  • Mar 01, 2026

    Dr. Garvin is an amazing surgeon and a wonderful human being.

  • Feb 25, 2026

    Dr Garvin was very professional and friendly and was great at answering any questions and concerns we had. I would definitely refer others to him. He was great to work with.

  • Feb 23, 2026

    Dr. Garvin is excellent - professional, knowledgeable and caring.

  • Feb 18, 2026

    I definitely would recommend Dr. Garvin to anyone with hip issues and wanting relief from discomfort/pain.

  • Feb 02, 2026

    He suggested doing an exercise to strengthen my hip muscle so I don't have a permanent limp. Am trying to do that!

  • Feb 01, 2026

    Dr GARVIN and his staff beyond reproach in all phases of my visit

  • Jan 22, 2026

    Dr. G. has always taken great care of me. He's straight to the point and really knows how to calm my fears about whatever I'm facing. Nurse Cameron is also awesome!!

  • Jan 22, 2026

    Dr Garvin was very thorough and I like that he backed up his statements and recommendations with research based data.

  • Dec 23, 2025

    Caring

  • Dec 16, 2025

    Dr. Garvin and the PA were very helpful and addressed my concerns.

  • Nov 26, 2025

    Dr. Garvin was very thorough and professional. I appreciate his expertise surgically and depth of knowledge medically. I left his office assured and confident that I am well.

  • Nov 21, 2025

    Megan is outstanding. Sign me up with her any time.

  • Nov 19, 2025

    Dr. Kevin Garvin is one of THE best doctors you will meet in your lifetime! I've been lucky to have a few!

  • Nov 04, 2025

    Due to the delays, I was seen by both a PT and an intern

  • Oct 29, 2025

    Dr. Garvin is the best! Dr. Garvin is professional, knowledgeable, and caring. He listens to me and explains his diagnosis clearly and concisely. Dr. Garvin drained 50 ml of fluid from my knee and ordered a knee brace. I received 90 to 95% pain relief.

  • Oct 22, 2025

    Dr. Garvin is very kind, a wonderful Dr., and I have referred others to him.

  • Oct 19, 2025

    The doctor obviously was very knowledgeable & communicated to me clearly & caring.

  • Oct 19, 2025

    Good

  • Oct 18, 2025

    I've always recommended Dr.Garvin when appropriate!

  • Oct 15, 2025

    Dr. Garvin showed interest in my questions and was very helpful . He gave me the time I needed and his information was extremely helpful in making my next decision. I appreciate his helpfulness.

  • Oct 13, 2025

    Dr. Garvin is very personable and caring! We even talked farming just a bit. As I said, it was difficult to get into the tractor with my hip the way it is. To a farmer that means a lot!

  • Oct 12, 2025

    Dr. Garvin is outstanding. Highly recommended.

  • Oct 04, 2025

    I've trusted Dr. Garvin for years. He replaced both knees and changed my life.

  • Sep 22, 2025

    I have been his patient for over 25 years

  • Aug 31, 2025

    I walked out from the appointment feeling extremely defeated. I felt as my concerns were not valid nor felt like I was understood. I left feeling like my pain was all in my head and not validated in the least. I walked away from this appointment with more questions and felt like I took 10 steps backwards with what my next treatment options were.

  • Aug 24, 2025

    He didn't offer much information unless I asked questions. Given the pretty shocking diagnosis, I didn't really know what to ask. I wish he had given me more explanations and supporting information or education on my condition and options.

  • Aug 19, 2025

    Kelly was and is super! Dr Garvin is great. I feel in charge of the path we have taken and the road we are on with the absolute best team.

  • Aug 17, 2025

    I never saw him because he never showed after an hour of me sitting. Had to walk out in 90 degree weather back to my car five blocks away

  • Aug 16, 2025

    There's a reason why Dr. Garvin is so highly regarded. He's humble, caring and understanding.

  • Aug 12, 2025

    Dr. Garvin is one of the finest physicians I've been treated by. He listens, tells me the options and tells the truth.

  • Aug 09, 2025

    Beyond excellence Dr Garvin and his staff are wonderful Diagnosed my problem and helped get it corrected

  • Jul 27, 2025

    Positive experience. Cameron Corwin, RN was very helpful, and I spoke with him later that week as well.

  • Jul 19, 2025

    Dr. Garvin is a wonderful Dr., so kind and empathetic.

  • Jul 13, 2025

    Good experience

  • Jun 25, 2025

    Dr was to the point,and very positive,his nurse tokd me what I need to do and thank you,

  • Jun 19, 2025

    Glad I live in NEBRASKA MED area

  • Jun 12, 2025

    My experience with Dr. Garvin is always good. He is the most caring and compassionate dr. ever! Will be sad if and when he retires!

  • May 18, 2025

    Can't tell you how much better this was than my experience in Lincoln

  • May 04, 2025

    Dr. Garvin was exceptionally concerned and was very attentive in listening, then explaining my options after he reviewed my X-rays

  • Apr 22, 2025

    I was very pleased with Dr. Garvin and with his care - will probably be seeing him before too long to get my hip replaced, but he provided suggestions and care to prolong the time before I needed that procedure!

  • Apr 19, 2025

    I was properly listened to and feel the exam and explanation of options were great and led to the best decision for the next step

  • Apr 16, 2025

    Outstanding Performance

  • Apr 03, 2025

    Good

  • Mar 05, 2025

    Dr Garvin is a great Doctor and I recommend him to everyone I know that has knee problems.

  • Feb 16, 2025

    Dr Kevin Garvin was very thorough with communicating with me and explained my case well.

  • Jan 29, 2025

    Dr Garvin is excellent....did a great job on right hip replacement 9 years ago and confident he will on my left.

  • Jan 18, 2025

    Dr Garvin makes you feel at ease

  • Jan 12, 2025

    Good

  • Jan 08, 2025

    Outstanding professional care by each person who attended me.

  • Dec 17, 2024

    My wife and daughter were present and their concerns were listened to and addressed.

  • Dec 04, 2024

    I could see the results of my bone scan in Pt portal yet he never told me I actually had an active infection in my 8 month post op TKA knee from another doctor who did my Left TKA. I went to my appointment wanting answers or to at least get on this doctors surgery schedule so I can move forward and get out of extreme pain. I was never offered to be put on any oral or IV antibiotics for possible MRSA that has probably set into my new knee. I just feel frustrated and like I'm making no further headway with this doctor. Not sure why there is such a disconnect in moving forward in a timely manner to fix my knee or pain in my shin.

  • Nov 15, 2024

    Dr. Garvin does not listen or communicate well. I make seek another opinion. My issues were not addressed. His intern with him was very kind and listened to my concerns, but don't know if he conveyed my issues.

  • Oct 24, 2024

    Wonderful Ortho doctor; superior staff!

  • Oct 21, 2024

    Dr Garvin and Debra Warren APRN were both very helpful, knowledgeable and kind. I so appreciate them.

  • Oct 20, 2024

    Very much appreciated that Dr Garvin and his PA trying to figure out someway to help my dad who will soon be 90 years old, and in severe pain. He can't have an M.R.I do to an old style pacemaker, so they did a CAT scan and are having a 3-D version made of his spine to make up for the lack of the MRI and try to come up with good options for him.

  • Oct 16, 2024

    I always come prepared with questions. The doctor answered all my questions.

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