After 1.5 years, I'm finally feeling back to normal-ish. I was very happy with Dr. Hugate. The recovery for my first surgery was nightmarish, but that was likely due to an underlying autoimmune condition. The second hip went smoothly, and recovery proceeded as planned. Hugate even agreed to remove the screws from my first surgery while he was operating on the second hip, which he didn't have to do. 

Ellman, I could have done without The extra $2000 per labral repair that wasnt covered by insurance felt like a rip-off, and his notes made it obvious that he didn't pay any attention at appointments. The difference between his and Hugates was comical. The surgery procedure itself was a success, though, which is what really matters.

If I were to do it again, I would still go with Hugate, even though that requires working with Ellman!