Pre-Surgical Joint Success Education

Give us your time, we’ll give you the tools.

Your success is our priority. That’s why we offer FREE pre-surgical education to give you the tools you’ll need to have a great experience and an excellent outcome during and after your surgery. This education is required for anyone having total joint replacement surgery at NGMC.

Taught by one of our certified Orthopedic Nurse Navigators, we cover everything you need to know to prepare you for surgery, including:

• What to expect (before, during and after surgery)
• The role of your “coach” or caregiver
• Pre-surgery and post-surgery exercises
• Tips to prevent falls at home
• Assistive equipment and joint protection
• Discharge planning, including insurance and obtaining equipment
• Pre-surgical paperwork

Patients are also given a comprehensive, patient-friendly guidebook that helps educate them on the entire hip and knee replacement process. The guide was developed specifically by NGMC’s Joint Care Center physicians, and explains how to prepare for:

• The pre-operative hospital visit
• Surgery
• What exercises to perform prior to and after surgery
• The post-operative care process
• How to care for your joint replacement while recovering at home

Who Can Attend

Patients scheduled for joint surgery at NGMC will be asked to complete pre-operative education two weeks before surgery. We strongly recommend you include a family member or friend to act as your “coach” to assist you for one to two weeks after your surgery.

Connect with us today!

Are you ready to talk with a member of Northeast Georgia Medical Center’s orthopedic care team? Here are three ways you can get started: