Dignity Health hospital earns hip, knee replacement certification

San Luis Obispo, Calif.-based Dignity Health French Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for advanced total hip and knee replacement certification, according to a Sept. 14 report from local news affiliate KEYT. 

Advertisement

The certification, given in partnership with the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, focuses on the presurgical orthopedic consultation, the pre-op process, hospitalization or ambulatory surgical center admission, rehabilitation activities and follow-up visits with the orthopedic surgeon.

The hospital also received an unannounced review of its orthopedic department with on-site observations and interviews. 

At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Advertisement

Next Up in Orthopedic

Advertisement

Comments are closed.