Joseph T. Cline, MD

Dr. Joseph T. Cline is a fellowship-trained orthopedic joint replacement specialist dedicated to helping patients regain mobility and stay active through personalized hip and knee care. Born and raised in Raleigh, Dr. Cline is proud to serve patients throughout the Triangle Region with compassionate, patient-centered orthopedic care.

Dr. Cline specializes in the treatment of hip arthritis and knee arthritis in adults of all ages. He believes in utilizing both surgical and nonsurgical treatment approaches to help patients remain as active as possible without sacrificing the activities they love. By working closely with each patient, Dr. Cline develops individualized treatment plans designed to improve function, mobility, and overall quality of life.

While he performs advanced joint replacement procedures, Dr. Cline emphasizes the importance of discussing all available treatment options before moving forward with surgery. He also provides second opinions for patients who have previously undergone joint replacement surgery and are seeking additional guidance regarding their outcomes or ongoing symptoms.

Dr. Cline utilizes minimally invasive surgical techniques whenever appropriate to help minimize soft tissue disruption and support a smoother recovery process. His goal is to help patients return to daily activities and maintain an active lifestyle with confidence.

About Dr. Joseph Cline

Dr. Joseph T. Cline, MD, specializes in treating hip and knee arthritis in adults of all ages. While he is highly experienced in performing hip and knee replacements, Dr. Cline believes in exploring all appropriate treatment options before recommending surgery.

He is also available for patients seeking a second opinion following a previous joint replacement. His thoughtful, thorough approach ensures patients feel informed and confident in their care decisions.

Dr. Cline emphasizes minimally invasive surgical techniques, helping reduce soft tissue disruption and support faster recovery times. His ultimate goal is to help patients regain function and return to their daily lives as quickly and safely as possible.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Cline

Patients choose Dr. Cline for his patient-centered approach, advanced fellowship training, and focus on helping individuals return to daily life with less pain and improved mobility. He works closely with each patient to understand their symptoms, activity goals, and lifestyle before recommending treatment.

Dr. Cline also provides second opinions for patients considering joint replacement surgery or experiencing ongoing pain after a previous procedure.

Specialties

• Orthopedic Joint Replacement
• Orthopedic Surgery

Conditions Treated

• Hip arthritis
• Knee arthritis
• Hip pain
• Knee pain

Treatments and Services

• Minimally invasive total hip replacement surgery
• Minimally invasive total knee replacement
• Partial knee replacement
• Revision total hip replacement
• Revision total knee replacement
• Nonsurgical treatment options for hip and knee pain
• Second opinions for joint replacement procedures

Education and Expertise

Dr. Cline’s advanced training and academic experience reflect his dedication to excellence in orthopedic care:

• Medical School: MD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2016
• Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, 2016-2021
• Fellowship: Adult Reconstruction, Rush University Medical Center (Illinois), 2021-2022

Locations

Dr. Joseph T. Cline, MD, will see patients at several convenient EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region locations across the area, including:

• Clayton, NC
• Smithfield, NC
• Knightdale, NC

Patients throughout Clayton, Smithfield, Knightdale, and surrounding Triangle communities can access specialized orthopedic joint replacement care close to home through EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region.

Publications

Weintraub, Matthew T., Steven J. Kurina, Joseph T. Cline, Enrico M. Forlenza, Richard A. Berger, and Tad L. Gerlinger. “Late Manipulation under Anesthesia after Total Knee Arthroplasty: Improved Range of Motion and a Low Complication Rate.” J Knee Surg 37, no. 12 (October 2024): 828-33. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0044-1787268.

Strickland, C. D., J. T. Cline, E. D. Villarreal, and G. A. Murphy. “The Weil Osteotomy for Angular Correction of Axial Plane Deformities of the Lesser MTP Joints: A Radiographic Analysis.” Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics 7, no. 1 (January 1, 2022). https://doi.org/10.1177/2473011421S00060.

McClatchy, Samuel Gray, Joseph T. Cline, Carson M. Rider, Zachary K. Pharr, William M. Mihalko, and Patrick C. Toy. “Blood Management in Outpatient Total Hip Arthroplasty.” Orthop Clin North Am 52, no. 3 (July 2021): 201-8. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ocl.2021.03.004.

If hip or knee pain is limiting your mobility or affecting your quality of life, schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph T. Cline, MD, to explore personalized treatment options and take the next step toward lasting relief.