Orthopedic TJA educational materials are delivered at several timepoints during the perioperative period.  Four discrete packets contain relevant 'Just in Time' information for patients along their surgical journey.

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1.  Preparing for Your Surgery    Steps 1-7 for patient prior to surgery, FAQs limited to 30,000 foot view

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2.  Schedule and Information   Bullet-points of each preop appointment time/place, VA Map & directions, Hoptel info FAQ: preparation of home, health, family

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3.  Countdown to Surgery   Logistics for day of surgery, what to bring to hospital, medications to take/hold, preparing your home, when to call MD

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4.  Your Hospitalization & Recovery   Repeat FAQs on surgery, and what to expect in hospital and at discharge

 

 

Helpful Websites & Materials

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http://www.orthoinfo.org/         AAOS (American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons)

www.strongforsurgery.org/          Getting your health in order before surgery

https://www.publichealth.va.gov/smoking/index.asp   Tobacco Cessation