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Orthopedic and Spine Institute

Millions of Americans suffer from debilitating stiffness and pain in joints.The cause can be traumatic or sports-related injuries, repetitive stress or arthritis. Osteoarthritis, the most common form of this condition affects nearly 21 million Americans each year. According to statistics from the Arthritis Foundation, as many as 80 percent of individuals affected by arthritis report limitations in their lifestyle due to the condition.

The good news is if you or a loved one is affected by joint pain or other orthopaedic injury, help is available at the Orthopedic and Spine Institute at University Hospital and Medical Center. For decades, University Hospital & Medical Center has been recognized regionally for excellence in orthopaedic care.

October 22nd, 2009, University Hospital and Medical Center celebrated the opening of their newly renovated Orthopedic and Spine Institute with an Open House for the community and a ribbon cutting ceremony. Local city and government officials, physicians and surgeons were invited to tour the unit and its amenities for a sneak preview before receiving their first patient on Monday October 26th, 2009.

The Orthopedic & Spine Institute at University Hospital and Medical Center will have patients and visitors feeling as though they are in a hotel. The 8-bed oversized, private suites can comfortably accommodate a family member overnight. The wing has a neutral décor that offers the peace and comforts of home. Patients have the accessibility of their own rehab gym with daily access to physical and occupational therapy. Using the latest advances in the field of Orthopedics and Spine Care, the dedicated team of professionals at University Hospital and Medical Center can attend to their patient’s needs. Our team of experts includes board certified orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons with extensive training and orthopedic certified/trained professional nurses, physical therapists and technicians.

Orthopedic and Spine Patient Navigator - Concierge service for our patients

The Orthopedic and Spine Patient Navigator meets and greets our patients during the pre-admission process. This meeting can also be established by telephone for those patients who will not be coming in for pre-admission. The relationship between the navigator and the patient is to provide and assist in a seamless process during the surgical continuum of care.

Every aspect of the clients' care during the surgical continuum is included from assisting the patient with last minute questions before the day of surgery, to guiding and updating the family member of their loved one's progression of the surgery, to identifying all orders have been met and explore anything that may be missed or assist in improving a higher level of satisfaction as the ultimate outcome.

The Orthopedic and Spine Patient Navigator can be reached at 954-724-6092.

Pre-Operative Education Class:

The Orthopedic and Spine Education Class assist patients in preparing themselves and their families for surgery. Surgical preparedness includes but is not limited to pre-surgical clearances, diet and exercise (including medications, herbal supplements and vitamins to take or avoid), and preparing your home and family for your return postoperatively. You will have the opportunity to meet other patients in the group who will be going through the same process.

Classes are held every Wednesday and Friday at 11am in the 4th Floor gym. Please contact Jasmine Carr, Orthopedic and Spine Patient Navigator, to register at 954-724-6092 or at Jasmine.Carr@hcahealthcare.com Registration is required.

Risk Assessment Cards

Curious to know if you are at risk for Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgery? Click on one of the following links to see if you are at risk. If you answered YES to any of the 6 questions, you should discuss your symptoms with your physician or an orthopedic surgeon.

For a free physician referral call 1-866-442-2362.

 

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For a free physician referral, please call 1-866-4HCA-DOCS (442-2362) or visit our website at www.uhmchealth.com

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