Orthopaedic Surgery is a 31-bed unit that encompasses a 14-bed Total Joint Restoration Program as well as a 17-bed Acute Orthopaedic Trauma specialty area. The Total Joint Restoration Program is housed on M11Central specializing in hip, knee, shoulder and elbow replacements. On M11 East we provide expert state-of-the-art care for patients who have injuries suffered through a variety of circumstances such as MVAs (Motor Vehicle Accidents), falls, sports activities, acute/chronic musculoskeletal infections, and arthritis. We have a collaborative team for patient management that includes physicians, nurse practitioners, nurse manager, nurse clinician, clinical coordinators; total joint coordinators, staff nurses, care partners, physical and occupational therapy, a care coordinator, and social worker.

Our Outstanding Accomplishments and services include:
2010 award for Quality Orthopedic Care in Total Joint Replacement by the Aetna Institute
2009 Top 50 Orthopedic Programs in the United States designated by U.S. News and World Report
Many nurses Orthopaedic Nurse Certified (ONC) by the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses
Clinical Guidelines based on best practice standards to ensure excellent quality care
Acute Pain Service Team who guides the successful management of your post-operative pain
Infection rate below national average for Total Joint Replacement patients
Hospital Acquired pressure ulcer rate of 0% for the last two prevalence studies
Length of stay below national average for Total Joint Replacement patients
Inpatient Rehab available on site for patients meeting criteria
Coumadin clinic for discharge management of patients receiving Coumadin
Total Joint Replacement Coordinators for pre-operative, inpatient, and post-discharge care and management

Our relationship-based care is founded upon patient and family needs and preferences; expert nursing judgment; and collaboration with the healthcare team.