Orthopedic Joint Replacement Program (Waconia Campus)

Patients who undergo hip or knee replacement surgery at Ridgeview will experience our joint replacement program on the Waconia Campus — becoming part of a group that participates in recovery and rehabilitation together. This team approach to recovery takes place on a dedicated wing within the hospital's 3rd floor and features specialized staff, comprehensive education, and a group exercise and therapy room.

Surgery preparation, education and recovery include:

• A family member or friend taking an active role as the patient's coach in education and recovery.
• Coordinated team effort, centered on the patient's return to independent function and mobility.
• A thorough, preventive approach to infection control, including washes and nasal antibiotic ointment the week before surgery.
• Regular follow-up to check on the patient's recovery progress.
• Symposia that allow patients to share recovery stories and reconnect with the surgeons and medical staff.
• Medical professionals from surgery, anesthesiology, nursing, pharmacy, social services, home health care, occupational therapy and physical therapy.

The Orthopedic Joint & Spine Services manager will be responsible for your care needs, from the preoperative course through discharge and postoperative discharge follow-up. The Orthopedic Joint & Spine Services manager will:

• Assess your needs at home, including caregiver availability.
• Coordinate your discharge plan to outpatient services, home or a transitional care facility.
• Assist you in getting answers to insurance questions.
• Act as your liaison throughout the course of treatment, from preoperative through postoperative discharge.
• Answer questions and coordinate your hospital care with Ridgeview’s Orthopedic Joint & Spine Services team members.

After your surgeon’s office has scheduled you for joint surgery, you will be contacted by the Orthopedic Joint & Spine Services manager, who will:

• Coordinate scheduling for preoperative Total Joint Class.
• Assist you in scheduling a physical therapy Pre-hab Evaluation.
• Verify all medications and supplements you are currently taking.
• Confirm that you have made an appointment with your medical doctor for a medical history, physical exam and pre-operative lab work within three weeks of your surgery date.
• Answer questions and direct you to specific resources within the hospital.

You may call the Orthopedic Joint & Spine Services manager at any time preoperatively to ask questions or raise concerns about your pending surgery.

Orthopedic Joint & Spine Services office:
Phone: 952-777-5383

Post Surgery Education Video