Butler Memorial Hospital is proud to be designated a UPMC Health Plan Hip
and Knee Joint Replacement Surgery Center of Excellence. This UPMC Health
Plan program recognizes surgical facilities and orthopedic surgeons that
demonstrate high quality outcomes, low complication rates, and the best
patient experience for UPMC Health Plan members in need of joint replacement surgery.
Take charge of your journey through surgery and recovery
The Joint Replacement TotalCare is a complete program designed by your
surgeon and care team to guide you step-by-step through your preparation,
hospital stay and recovery from hip and knee joint replacement surgery.
When you are scheduled for surgery, the care team at your doctor's office
will ask you to provide your email address and enroll you in the Joint
Replacement TotalCare program.
Questions?
Joint replacement is a significant procedure and may feel overwhelming.
Be sure to ask your orthopedic surgeon any questions you may have. The
goal of our program is to ensure that you feel as comfortable and confident
facing your procedure as possible.
For questions about the Joint Replacement TotalCare program at Butler Memorial
Hospital, call
724-284-4005.
For questions about the Total Joint Replacement program at Clarion Hospital, call
814-223-4168.
"I don't know how much you could improve such a great program, it
totally prepares you for the good, bad and ugly. Thank you so much for
a great program." – Patricia F., Joint Replacement TotalCare Patient
The Joint Replacement TotalCare program includes three components:
Total Joint Camp
An online program
Partnership with your family and caregivers
1. Total Joint Camp The first step of the Joint Replacement TotalCare program is Total Joint
Camp. About four weeks before your surgery, you'll attend a preoperative
program to better prepare you and your support person for what to expect
before, during, and after surgery.
Total Joint Camp includes:
Pre-operative laboratory testing, EKG, and chest X-Ray, if not performed
by your primary care physician
Nursing assessment
Physical therapy overview
Opportunity for you and your support person to have your questions answered
Opportunity to meet other patient having similar surgery
2. Online Program Joint Replacement TotalCare also provides a unique online platform for
patients to access. The Joint Replacement TotalCare online program provides
a step-by-step approach to your preparations and recovery from surgery.
Features of the online program include:
Checklists and reminders to make your surgical journey less stressful
Convenient access to important education materials regarding total joint
replacement
Informative videos, including follow-along exercises
Ability to do your planning and complete forms online to simplify your paperwork
Provide your surgeon and orthopedic team with important feedback concerning
your experiences
Provide your support person with information and updates as you progress
through the program
"I especially loved the online tool program. It really answered a
lot of questions I had and made me aware of important things. Everything
seemed to run smoothly and prepared me for what was to happen. I will
definitely be back when my right knee needs done.” – Marilyn
P., Joint Replacement TotalCare Patient
3. Partnership with Your Family and Caregivers You can choose a family member or friend who can act as a personal support
person or a "coach” as you go through the joint replacement
process. We'll involve them every step of the way. Your support person
is encouraged to attend Total Joint Camp with you, and once you add them
to your Care Circle in the online program, they will receive emails with
valuable information to assist you with your journey.
