When you’re living with pain in your hips or knees, everyday activities like walking, exercise and even rest can be difficult or nearly impossible. The Center for Joint Replacement at CAMC is proud to provide a full range of services in total joint care, which leads to better outcomes and a faster recovery. Plus, CAMC’s quality is ranked among the best in the nation.* CAMC has been named one of the nation’s top performers in a project that rewards hospitals for delivering higher quality care in five clinical areas, including hip and knee replacement. This means our Center for Joint Replacement has a reputation for superior surgical techniques, excellent outcomes and high levels of patient satisfaction.

The CAMC Center for Joint Replacement – where quality, technology and teamwork are joined at the hip.

Our program includes:

u Experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeons; nurses; therapists   and patient-care technicians who specialize in the care of joint patients
u    A full-time joint program coordinator who coordinates your care and guides you every step of the way
u    Education classes for patients and their families 

u Dedicated joint replacement units at both CAMC General and Memorial hospitals
u    Video presentations to help explain your procedure
u    A comprehensive patient guide for you to follow before surgery through recovery
u   A family member or friend who participates as a “coach” in the recovery process

*The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hospital Quality Incentive Demonstration project