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Center for Orthopaedic Surgery

Center for Orthopedic Surgery.
Center for Orthopaedic Surgery.

Center for Orthopaedic Surgery.

The 24,000-square-foot facility is dedicated exclusively to providing same-day orthopaedic surgeries, including total hip and knee replacements; hand, foot, and ankle surgeries; sports medicine,pain management, and spine procedures.

The surgery center offers same-day joint replacement surgery for patients undergoing total hip replacement surgery and total knee replacement surgery. This approach means patients can have surgery in the morning and go home that very same day.

We provide a patient-centered and compassionate approach to help you return to a healthy and active lifestyle. Our team of providers are dedicated to caring for you every step of the way to ensure you are on the road to a new and healthier you.

In the past, joint replacement patients typically would spend three to four days – or even longer – in the hospital. But thanks to advances in joint replacement techniques and pain management, patients can go home the day of surgery. Now a patient's rehabilitation begins within hours after surgery.

Same-Day Surgery

AtlantiCare currently offers same-day joint replacement surgery in the hospital setting for patients undergoing total hip replacement surgery and total knee replacement surgery. This approach means patients can have surgery in the morning and go home that very same day.

We offer a patient-centered and compassionate approach to help you return to a healthy and active lifestyle. Our team of providers are dedicated to caring for you every step of the way to ensure you are on the road to a new and healthier you.

In the past, joint replacement patients typically would spend three to four days – or even longer – in the hospital. But thanks to advances in joint replacement techniques and pain management, patients can go home the day of surgery. Now a patient's rehabilitation begins within hours after surgery. 

Benefits of Same-Day Surgery

  • Rapid Recovery
  • Recovering in the Comfort of Your Own Home
  • Sleep in your own bed that night
  • Better outcomes as a result of your early mobility

Candidates for Same-Day Joint Replacement

Patients who may qualify for same-day joint replacement surgery:

  • Are in good overall health
  • Have a healthy body mass (BMI)
  • Are motivated and have a good support team at home
  • Reviews educational materials
  • Have discussed same-day joint replacement discharge with their surgeon

Are you scheduled for hip or knee replacement surgery? You are in the right place.

Your surgeon strongly suggests that you view our ONLINE class, so you are prepped for your procedure with confidence. Family and friends are encouraged to view as well.

This highly informative session will cover:

  • How joint replacement surgery works
  • What to expect at every step, from pre-op through follow-up care
  • Rehabilitation programs for a smooth recovery

Take Our Virtual Tour

View this short clip of our state-of-the-art facilities.