Orthopedic surgery in Port Charlotte
When you're experiencing an orthopedic condition, our team provides the resources you need to help improve your mobility.
At HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, our orthopedic specialists deliver personalized care for your bone, joint and muscle needs, using leading-edge treatment options, including minimally invasive surgeries.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Orthopedic and spine conditions we treat
Our Orthopedic and Spine Center offers nationally recognized programs for even the most complex conditions, including:
- Arthritis of the spine
- Back pain
- Broken bones
- Degenerative disc disease
- Disc herniation
- Dislocation
- Fractures
- Joint pain
- Neck pain
- Osteoporosis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Spinal stenosis
- Sports injuries
- Sprains
- Strains
Our orthopedic services and treatments
Our surgical team is specially trained in advanced spine, orthopedic and neurosurgery procedures, including minimally invasive and robot-assisted techniques.
Orthopedic surgery
We work with you to determine the best treatment for you based on your condition. Some of the treatments we offer include:
- Arthroscopy
- Discectomy
- Joint replacement
- Kyphoplasty
- Laminectomy
- Spinal decompression
- Spinal fusion
- Vertebroplasty
Joint replacement surgery
Over 95 percent of individuals in our care are up and walking within hours of their joint replacement procedures. Our recovery times in the hospital beat the national averages.
We offer the following types of joint replacements:
- Ankle
- Elbow
- Hip, including anterior and posterior approach
- Knee
- Shoulder, including reverse shoulder replacement
Minimally invasive hip replacement
Our orthopedic surgeons were the first in the area to use the anterior approach to hip replacement. They now perform more than 200 anterior total hip replacements at our hospital each year.
This approach allows our orthopedic surgeons to reach the hip joint from the front of the hip as opposed to the lateral (side) or the posterior (back) approach. With anterior total hip replacement, the hip can be replaced without detaching the muscle from the pelvis or femur during surgery.
Unlike traditional hip replacement surgery, immediately after an anterior total hip replacement, you will be able to bend your hip freely and bear full weight when comfortable.
Robotic spine surgery
Our hospital was the first in the region to add robot-assisted surgery to our spine surgery options. While conventional techniques for spine surgery can be effective, they do have limitations. Our new robotic technology has the potential to improve results.
Orthopedic pain management
After your surgery, our doctors and nurses will discuss the best method of pain control for you. Our goal is to help you feel as comfortable as possible by keeping your pain at a level where you are able to perform your normal daily activities.
Orthopedic rehabilitation
Following treatment, we work to help you physically improve and regain your strength. To do this, our licensed physical and occupational therapists create a personalized physical therapy plan.
We will work with you in a private setting at your own pace to help you reach your wellness goals as quickly and safely as possible.
Preoperative education
We offer a weekly preoperative education class designed specifically for individuals requiring orthopedic or spine surgery. Our classes provide you with the opportunity to learn valuable information about your upcoming procedure and postoperative recovery path.
During this class, you will get to meet your orthopedic care team. Our preoperative nurses will be there to gather your health information, answer questions and make sure all of your necessary preoperative testing is completed. They will also share how you can best prepare for your procedure.
Our orthopedic specialists
Our orthopedic team is made up of professionals with extensive training in treating bone and joint conditions. Our team includes:
- Anesthesiologists
- Board-certified physicians, specially trained in orthopedics, spine, sports medicine and neurosurgical care
- Case managers
- Certified nurses
- Dietitians
- Medical doctors
- Occupational therapists
- Patient care technicians
- Pharmacists
- Physical therapists
- Radiologists
- Surgeons
About our orthopedic program
With private rooms, extensive amenities and nationally recognized procedures, our orthopedic program stands out among others.
Full-service orthopedic facility
Our orthopedic center provides all private rooms in a comfortable, hotel-like setting with gourmet meals, exclusive amenities and internet access.
Our advanced operating suites and hospital wing dedicated to joint replacement surgery mean you will get the specialized care you need. Additionally, our rehabilitation gym is fully equipped with features like a practice staircase and car to help you regain strength and function.
To make your visit more convenient, we offer free valet parking at our main entrance and emergency room (ER) entrance.
Nationally recognized orthopedic program
Our orthopedic program's mission is to provide excellent care, communication and education. Our hip replacement, knee replacement and spine surgery programs are certified by The Joint Commission. We are also the only rehabilitation center in the area accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities International.
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