Patient Education
Guiding You Through Every Step
We want you to feel as informed as possible when deciding if and when to have surgery. Our Patient Education page houses regularly updated articles from our team, designed to answer common questions and guide you through every step of your orthopedic journey.
Patient Education Posts
Everyone recovers differently, but typically, patients can expect to have complete healing within nine to twelve months of their procedure. If you stick to the post-operative guidelines given to you before your surgery, the recovery period should be quick and...
What is hip bursitis? “Bursitis” means the inflammation of the bursae. So what are bursae? Bursae are fluid sacs located all around the body that act as cushions to prevent friction between bones and soft tissue. The hip has two...
What is avascular necrosis? Avascular necrosis, otherwise known as osteonecrosis, is a condition in which bone tissue dies from a lack of blood supply. When tissue dies, there is nothing to replace or back it up, so the bones begin...
Arthritis affects over 50 million people, which is 1 in 5 people over the age of 18. If you are part of that statistic, you know that the pain from arthritis can be debilitating. However, just because you have arthritis...
In years past, people in need of a joint replacement expected to stay immobile in a hospital for a week or more after their surgery. Recovery would be arduous, leaving many people stationary and off work for several months. Today,...
The year 2020 has brought about many unique challenges and hardships. Now that the cold weather is upon us and most holiday events are canceled, most of us will be spending a lot of time at home this winter season....
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Whether you’re dealing with arthritis, considering joint replacement for the first time, or in need of a complex revision surgery, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. We combine advanced surgical techniques with a deep commitment to reverence, innovation, compassion, and access to care, so your experience is as seamless as your recovery.
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