Joint Care Center, UVM Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Pre-Operative Education - You’ll receive a Guidebook from the office in addition to a link to our pre-surgery education video and frequently asked questions. A follow up phone call from the Joint Care Center team will help answer any questions you may have.

Active Daily Schedule - You'll be up and on your feet the same day as your surgery. The following day, the goal is to be dressed by 7am and ready for an individualized therapy session with both physical and occupational therapy, followed by car/tub transfer and stairs training in the afternoon. These sessions are designed to give you the confidence for a successful in your recovery.

Tour the Adirondacks - Compete with other patients on distance walked daily. All progress is tracked on a large exercise board. You’ll be assigned a hiker and will quickly get caught up in the sense of accomplishment as you mark your walking progress by moving your hiker to the top of Whiteface Mountain.

Joint Care Director - When you’re ready to pursue knee or hip replacement here at the Joint Care Center or if you have a question, our Joint Care Center Director is your point of contact.

Post-Recovery Rehab - Following discharge, you can complete your rehabilitation at either of our outpatient rehab clinics located in Plattsburgh or any rehabilitation clinic that is most convenient for you. Click here for a list of rehab clinics in Clinton, Essex and Franklin county.