Greetings Dr. Siegel, Orthopedic Surgeons I m a 57 female that has 4 total left hip replacements, the first was none over 15 years ago. With 2 months after my 1 hip replacement my left femur just broken in half one day. I had a few somewhat productive years were I was able to live a life again. Three years ago notice my left hip was dislocated and had problems finding a Orthopedic Dr. to take my case. After a series of falls was able to get my 4th hip replacement. Was doing rehab at home and had a few bumps along the way, but was recovering when a freak accident walking a dog fell directly on my left hip. In the hospital after surgery was surprised to have my left hip gone, my femur and 3/4 of my pelvis. I do realize infection is a great risk and why surgeons wait to operate so soon after failed implants. Now going on 18 months later and living alone face secondary issues. I have been told a custom implant is being made to replace my left hip, pelvis and femur. My question what is a reasonable time to wait for such a implant or surgery date ? Please help give me a ball park time ? I m trying so hard to not lose hope. Sincerely, Laura Parker