The Joint Care Center at The Western Pennsylvania Hospital has developed a comprehensive clinical program for orthopaedic patients designed to address your personal needs as you go through the process and to encourage a quick and successful recovery.
The Joint Care Center is a unique and dedicated patient-focused program in conjunction with the Institute for Computer Assisted Orthopaedic Surgery at The Western Pennsylvania Hospital. Features of the program include:
- A highly trained team of nurses and health professionals who specialize in the care of orthopaedic patients.
- Individualized care in a hospital that was the regionšs first to be totally dedicated to patient-focused care.
- An emphasis on building camaraderie with other orthopaedic patients through group activities.
- Consultation with an occupational therapist who will discuss with you how assistive devices, joint protection and energy conservation techniques can be used during activities of daily living, as well as during work and leisure.
- Participation by your family and friends as coaches to assist you in your recovery process.
- A Joint Care Coordinator who focuses on your needs pre-operatively and post-operatively.
- A comprehensive patient guide for you to follow as you move through the process, from pre-op to three months post-op and beyond.
- A medical social worker to assist you with discharge planning.
- A dedicated team of physical and occupational therapists to develop a specialized walking and exercise program.