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Joint and Spine Center at GBMC
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Providing state-of-the-art orthopedic and neurosurgical care in the comfort of a setting that is close to home
The Center’s multidisciplinary team specializes in a comprehensive approach to treating chronic back and joint pain that includes some of the region’s most experienced and respected orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons. Backed by a knowledgeable and dedicated clinical staff, this team works collaboratively to create an individualized plan of care that is truly customized to each patient’s unique needs, enabling faster, more effective results. We focus on minimally invasive and cutting-edge treatment measures to maximize recovery efforts and restore quality of life.
Activate Your GBMC MyChart
- MyChart will allow you to self-schedule important pre-op health appointments.
- MyChart will send reminders for your pre-op appointments, you can complete the pre-op Joint Replacement Discharge Planning Questionnaire and/or I-PSS (males only), and other tasks to complete before your surgery date.
- MyChart gives you access to your test results, allows you to communicate with your providers, pay your bill, and helps you to coordinate your healthcare needs.
Joint and Spine Center Patient Resources
CLASS REGISTRATION, GUIDEBOOKS, EXERCISE VIDEOS, ETC.
Class Registration
Joint Class Presentation
Spine Class Presentation
Powerpoint
Spine Post-Op Precautions
Spinal Precautions Video
Shoulder Replacement Presentation
*Must be reviewed prior to surgery*
PDF
Post Shoulder Surgery Exercises
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Video Library, and other Important Videos
Pre-Op Medication Guide
Pre-op & Post-op Skin Antiseptic Instructions
Pre-op Hibilcens Video
Hibiclens CHG 4% Foam Pre-op Wash Instructions
CHG 4% Liquid Pre-op Wash Instructions
Theraworx (non-CHG, non-alcohol Pre-Op Wash Instructions
Theraworx (non-CHG, non-alcohol) POST-op Spine Wash Instructions
CHG 4% Liquid POST-op Spine Wash Instructions
Nozin Nasal Sanitizer
Positive Nasal Screen Info
Sex After Joint Replacement Surgery
Surveys:
An important e-mail from the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR) will be sent to you. You MUST Complete these online surveys before your surgery date :
Complete your PROMOS (VR-12, CJR, KOOS or HOOS) Questionnaires in one of two ways:
- Complete in your GBMC MyChart, or
- You will receive an e-mail invite from the AJRR/AAOS
*(Please check your junk or spam e-mail folder)
Veterans Rand 12 (VR-12), CJR, and HOOS, Jr (hip)/KOOS, JR (knee) surveys will tell your physician how you were feeling before your orthopaedic surgery. Your answers will help you and your physician better understand how you are doing. This information will also help improve care for patients undergoing similar orthopaedic procedures. Your answers to the survey questions are protected and secure. The AJRR system will only share your information with your physician's office.
EACH SURVEY SHOULD ONLY TAKE 5-10 MINUTES TO COMPLETE
- You will receive these two surveys to complete in three different intervals: Pre-op, 3-months Post-op, 1-year Post-op. The surveys will tell your physicians how you were feeling before and how you are feeling after your orthopaedic surgery.
- For those patients who do not have internet capabilities, please notify the Joint & Spine center of GBMC. These surveys can be printed, completed, and mailed to the Joint & Spine Center of GBMC.
Total Knee Replacement Gets Patient Back in Motion
“We first tried a conservative approach of cortisone shots and physical therapy to strengthen the muscles surrounding my knee,” Mrs. Speca explains. When the pain persisted despite the treatment, she and Dr. Schmidt discussed and agreed upon the surgical option of a total knee replacement.
Patient Guides
These all inclusive handbooks provide step-to-step guides for Pre-Operative, Day of Surgery and Post-Operative instructions. Bring these with you to:
- Every office visit
- Your hospital pre-op class
- The hospital on admission
- All physical therapy visits after surgery
J&S Center Packets
These packets are not the same as those given from your surgeon's office. Be sure to review prior to surgery. Call the J&S Center for any questions or concerns.
Clinical Data Registry Information
Additional Info
- Joint Replacement Hybrid classes on select Mondays, you MUST register to secure a seat to attend class. This class is held in the Civiletti Conference Center - Pavilion East on the GBMC Campus. Be sure to park in the Iris Parking Garage attached to Pavilion East. Directions here...
- Parking at GBMC
- Campus Map
- Turn-by-turn directions on GBMC's Campus with the GBMC app !
- Directions to the Diagnostic Center at GBMC
- Report a Patient Safety Concern or File a Complaint
- Traveling After a Joint Replacement or Spinal Surgery with an Internal or Metal Implant? View TSA information here .
- Resource AAHKS AAOS for patients
Patient Outreach Events
Community Outreach Information
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