Joint Replacement

Joint Replacement

At WVU Medicine Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, we strive to provide the best joint replacement care for the people of West Virginia and the surrounding region. We pride ourselves on staying at the forefront of joint replacement technology and techniques. In addition to providing excellent surgical care, our goal is to make the joint replacement experience as worry-free for patients as possible.

Our specialists provide the entire continuum of joint replacement care – from non-surgical treatment and primary joint replacements to revision surgeries. We offer robotic and computer assisted total hip and knee arthroplasty and almost every possible surgical treatment for adult reconstruction.

Common Conditions Treated

Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Avascular Necrosis (hip bone death)
Hip Dysplasia Leading to Joint Degeneration
Post Traumatic Arthritis
Revision Hip Replacement
Knee Deformities due to Arthritis or Previous Injuries
Revision Knee Replacement
Periprosthetic Fractures
Prosthetic Joint Infections

Our Joint Replacement program is a comprehensive and multidisciplinary program designed to improve care for patients undergoing a hip or knee replacement. Our expert team of joint replacement specialists understands that each patient and their joints are unique, and we are committed to providing patients with a personalized surgical plan.

In addition to our advanced technologies, our comprehensive joint replacement program offers:

Joint Replacement Preparation Classes designed to prepare and educate patients and their families on how to prepare for joint replacement surgery and what to expect before, during, and after surgery. Our classes provide valuable resources to help expedite the recovery process.
Joint Replacement Nurse Coordinator, Jennifer Stryker, who specializes in orthopaedic care and guides patients through their surgical experience.
Dedicated Nursing Unit with nursing staff who are specialized in orthopedic care.
Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Centers with four convenient locations throughout Berkeley and Jefferson Counties. Our highly trained physical and occupational therapists collaborate with our joint replacement specialists to maximize the patient’s physical function and quality of life post-surgery.
Expert anesthesiologists and perioperative care team to ensure the surgery is as safe as possible and provide a well-coordinated flow of care, with a seamless transition from one level of care to the next.
Multimodal Pain Management Protocols designed to improve pain control and reduce dependency on opioid overuse or addiction.
Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval®. WV Medicine Berkeley Medical Center has achieved the Gold Seal of Approval® for Total Hip and Knee Replacement. This symbol of quality distinguishes WVU Medicine Berkeley Medical Center as an organization that meets rigorous performance standards in delivering safe, high-quality care, and service for total hip and knee joint replacements.

Our Total Joint Surgeons are experts in numerous treatments and approaches, and have additional specialized training in certain procedures including:

Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement

The anterior approach to total hip replacement offers several advantages. It involves accessing the hip joint from the front, which means fewer muscle and tendon disruptions compared to traditional approaches. This often results in less postoperative pain early on and a potentially faster recovery. While not suitable for every patient, it has become a popular choice for those seeking a potentially quicker and less painful recovery following hip replacement.

Robotic Total Hip Replacement

Robotic and computer-assisted total hip replacement techniques offer precise and personalized solutions for patients. These technologies enable surgeons to meticulously plan and execute hip replacement surgeries with exceptional accuracy. By optimizing implant size, placement, and alignment, they can potentially enhance hip function and longevity. For more information, please visit the link to learn more about the Rosa® Hip System being used at Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Center.

Robotic Knee Replacement

Robotic and computer-assisted total knee replacement techniques offer precise and personalized solutions for patients. These technologies enable surgeons to meticulously plan and execute knee replacement surgeries with exceptional accuracy. By optimizing implant size, placement, and alignment, they can potentially enhance knee function and longevity. For more information, please visit the link to learn more about the Rosa® Knee System being used at Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Center.

Partial Knee Replacement

Partial knee replacements are a valuable option for patients with knee arthritis isolated to only part of the knee, offering benefits such as quicker recovery, less pain, and improved joint function by preserving the healthy parts of the knee, leading to a more natural feeling knee.