Ortho Centers of Excellence Give Patients Special Care

BHMC–North Little Rock has joined BHMC–Little Rock in offering an Orthopedic Center of Excellence for patients needing joint replacement surgery. As a part of the Orthopedic Center of Excellence, the specialized Joint Replacement program provides patients with extensive pre-operative education designed to communicate to patients and their guide (a friend or family member designated by the patient) precisely what to expect throughout the surgery, recovery, and rehabilitation.

The Orthopedic Center of Excellence incorporates a team approach to treatment involving the orthopedic surgeon, physician assistant, physical therapists, occupational therapists, nurses, case managers, and other professionals. Patients who undergo joint-replacement surgery and participate in the Joint Replacement Team are typically happier with the process, which leads to better satisfaction and better outcomes from the joint replacement surgery.

There are a number of benefits for patients participating in the Joint Replacement program. These benefits include a dedicated team that specializes in the care of jointreplacement patients, comprehensive patient education, emphasis on group activities, family or friends educated to participate as guides in the recovery process, and a coordinated after-care program.