The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval™ for hip and knee replacement

HealthEast Orthopaedic Care has earned the Gold Seal of Approval for hip and knee joint replacement from The Joint Commission. This was awarded to all three of our acute care sites; St. Joseph’s Hospital, St. John’s Hospital and Woodwinds Health Campus. The Certification Award recognizes HealthEast Orthopaedic Care’s dedication to exceeding The Joint Commission's highest quality and patient care standards.

A new age in total joint replacement

A growing number of younger people are getting joint replacement surgery today. In fact, joint replacements are growing faster in patients ages 45 to 55 than in any other age group.

The Orthopaedic Specialty Center at Woodwinds provides surgical services, inpatient care and rehabilitation all performed by our highly skilled team of orthopaedic specialists. We’ll guide you through recovery and provide you with care beyond compare.

Our comprehensive services include:         

• General orthopaedics
• Hand, foot and ankle surgery
• Limb reconstruction
• Fitbone surgery
• Pediatrics
• Shoulder and elbow
• Spine surgery
• Sports medicine/arthroscopy
• Total joint hip replacement
• Total joint knee replacement
• Trauma        

Learn more about HealthEast Orthopaedic Care services and research.

A comprehensive, coordinated approach

We know that patients who are well prepared for surgery have better outcomes after surgery, which is why our program begins with a thorough pre-operative information session that will take you step-by-step through the surgery and recovery process. You will be invited to register for this class as soon as your surgery is scheduled. See dates, times and locations.

Find out what you need to know to prepare for surgery. You can also read our Joint Replacement Handbook or watch our videos below:

• Video: Preparing for Total Hip Surgery
• Video: Preparing for Total Knee Surgery

After surgery we continue our focus on education and information with daily notes, tips and inspiration for your inpatient recovery that will be delivered to your room, along with a few treats and a gift from your surgeon.

The total joint replacement recovery program at Woodwinds is called Joint Camp. Joint Camp provides a positive, encouraging environment for healing and return to wellness. You’ll benefit from group therapy and the opportunity to involve a family member or friend as your coach. Learn more.