Is Outpatient Joint Replacement Right for You?
Why Should You Consider Outpatient Hip or Knee Replacement?
Joint Replacement is a relatively major surgery. Not long ago, patients spent 1-3 days in the hospital following the procedure to work with physical therapy and monitor for issues with pain. The hospital setting has been very successful, so why change something that works?
Patient Experience
The hospital is a busy, and sometimes, chaotic environment, and the many moving parts are not always directed towards your care. In the ambulatory setting, there is considerably more surgeon control over the care episode. The teams are smaller and highly specialized, translating to an efficient and more personalized experience. Most centers that perform outpatient total joint procedures are highly specialized for orthopedic care.