The surgeon doctor that is responsible for evaluating the need for surgery and performing the surgery itself. They will manage your orthopaedic care during your hospitalization and in the office for months following surgery.
Hospitalists
Hospitalists are internal medicine physicians who specialize in seeing patients only in the hospital. Hospitalists have the same training as other internal medicine doctors including medical school, residency training, and board certifications.
Advanced Practitioners
Professionals that practice under the supervision of the physician. When your surgeon is not available for immediate hands on care the PA will round daily on patients to assist with medication adjustments, dressing changes, test result monitoring and communicate daily with the orthopedists on patient care needs.
Anesthesia Team
Responsible for safely monitoring anesthesia during surgery and in the recovery room. They will check you during your postoperative care for any issues related to anesthesia.
Nurses
Nurses are essential to care in the recovery of all patients after surgery in both the recovery room and on the orthopaedic floor after surgery. They have expertise in the care of orthopaedic patients and your postoperative needs. Many of our nurses have an orthopaedic certification – a mark of excellence among those in the profession who are committed to providing the best care for orthopeadic patients.
Clinical Care Associates
Under the direction of a licensed RN the will provide care to you in the hospital such as vital sign monitoring bathing or toileting assistance.
Physical Therapists / Occupational Therapists
The therapists are trained to help patients safely start to move after surgery. They will provide reinforcement and education on the surgeon’s directions for walking, sitting, dressing and movement after surgery.
Care Management Nurse Social Workers and Nurse Navigators
These are licensed staff that assists in the planning, coordination, and monitoring of medical services for the patient with emphasis on quality of care, continuity of services and cost effectiveness. The Nurse Navigators will be in contact with you prior to surgery, throughout the process and then up to 90 days after your surgical procedure.