At Baptist Health Richmond, we know that the best way to prepare a patient and family member/dedicated coach for hip and knee joint replacement is through open communication. Our total joint replacement class provides the best information regarding how to prepare for the surgery, hospital stay and recovery phase.

Published research studies reveal patients who understand what is expected before and after surgery and highly involved with their individualized, self-management training program (how you safely provide care for yourself at home) have the best clinical outcomes. These outcomes include, but are not limited to:

• early ambulation after surgery
• improved levels of functioning and general health
• improved pain management
• decreased surgical site infections
• decreased length of stay in the hospital
• better patient satisfaction, and
• safe return to home environment without hospital readmission

To support learning and preparation about your surgery, we offer patients the opportunity to watch class using online videos.

Joint Replacement Book

Supporting the information from the online joint videos, Baptist Health Richmond provides 24/7 access to our Joint Replacement Book. For convenience, patients and their dedicated family member or coach can access, and print the book at any time.

We encourage reading all of the information as soon as you are scheduled for surgery. This allows you and your family member/coach to be more prepared prior to participating in the online class and resolve any questions. It is a good idea to print the book before class and take notes during the session.

The Joint Replacement Book provides an overview of the following topics:

• About Baptist Health Richmond Joint Replacement Programs
• Hip Replacement
• Knee Replacement
• Preparing for Surgery
• Day of Surgery
• After Surgery
• Rehab Services
• Discharge
• Resources