Seth Kuwik, M.D.
Specialties: Hip & Knee Joint Replacement & Reconstruction

Dr. K. Seth Kuwik excelled in athletics, particularly baseball, during his undergraduate years at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tenn. And he most likely saw many instances of sports ailments, including knee injuries, during his playing days.
Now Dr. Kuwik is a member of the medical staff of the Youngstown Orthopaedic Associates with expertise in hip and knee joint replacement and reconstruction.
Before joining YOA, Dr. Kuwik completed an Adult Reconstruction/Knee Fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, N.Y. He graduated with a bachelor of science degree from Lipscomb in 2005 after four years as a starter on its NCAA Division I baseball team. During his college baseball career, he won numerous honors including being named an ESPN The Magazine District IV All Academic All American in 2005.
After receiving his doctor of medicine degree in 2010 from the University of Toledo, Dr. Kuwik took part in an orthopaedic surgery residency from 2010-2015 at the State University of New York at Buffalo, N.Y.
During his studies and residency, he was involved in numerous research projects regarding various aspects of total knee replacement.
Dr. Kuwik is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He is married, has two daughters and enjoys playing softball, flag football, snorkeling, skiing, traveling and working out.
Dr. Kuwik is currently accepting new patients at YOA’s Building B and Warren locations by calling 330-758-0577 x1103.
Credentials
Undergraduate
Lipscomb University, Nashville, Tennessee
Graduate
University of Toledo College of Medicine, Toledo, Ohio
Postgraduate Training
Residency: State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York
Fellowship: Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York
Board Certifications and Medical Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Patient Reviews
May 2021
“Dr. Kuwick is a great Orthopaedic Surgeon!! He did surgery on both my knees and I can walk so much better with no pain!! My legs were so bent and now they are straight!! He also listens to his patients and is very respectful to all!! Thanks again!!”
– Celestino Vescera
December 2020
“Dr. Kuwik did 2 surgeries on my father… one to put screws in his femur and the other to repair his hip. Dr. Kuwik is knowledgeable, caring and a wonderful addition to our area!”
– Mickey Buck
December 2020
“I had a left hip replacement and Dr. Kuwik is a great doctor. He is very good at explaining everything about your surgery and your physical therapy. I recommend people to him all the time,, including my 84 year old momma!”
– Kathy Smart
October 2020
“Dr. Kuwik did my complete knee replacement in October. He did a great job. He is one great doctor! If you have any questions, he is right there to answer them.”
– Barbara Szczygiel Fuese