Total joint replacement
Our doctors in Colorado, Nevada, Montana, and Utah can do hip, knee, and shoulder replacements. Start your journey towards better motion here.
We take the worry out of joint replacement
Over time, knees, hips, and shoulders can wear down. Replacing damaged joints with artificial ones is safe if other treatments fail. Patients typically return home within days, fully resuming normal activities in 6-12 weeks with good to excellent results
Excellent Outcomes
Our program exceeds national benchmarks, with significantly reduced readmissions, complications and shorter hospital stays
Total Joint Coordinators
These nurses make sure you have the information you need before surgery and follow up with you after surgery
Physician Collaboration
Our physicians hold weekly meetings to discuss cases, techniques, and new technologies to ensure they provide the best outcomes
Advancing total joint replacement
We offer comprehensive care tailored to your unique needs, including these advanced services.
Preoperative Evaluation and Education
Diagnostic Imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT scans)
Surgical Consultation and Planning
Total Joint Replacement Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery Techniques
Postoperative Rehabilitation Services
Pain Management
Home Health Care Coordination
Long-Term Follow-Up and Monitoring
Free Joint Replacement Classes
In this hour-long class, you’ll learn how to prepare for surgery, how to safely recover at home, and how to control pain and side effects from medication. All patients who are scheduled for a joint replacement surgery are encouraged to participate along with their caregivers
Mark’s story
Mark Naatz’s long standing hip pain made every day feel like an uphill struggle. Following a hip replacement using robotic assisted surgery, he regained his independence and is back doing the things he loves, like fishing.
Julie’s story
Rocky Mountain orthopedic patient Julie Hagar used a walker for several years. After years of dealing with the pain, she chose to have both of her hips replaced, a decision which gave her a new lease on life.
Jon’s story
Jon Gartz had lived with debilitating shoulder pain for years. On the recommendation of our orthopedic surgeon, Mark Luker, MD, Jon had an anatomic shoulder replacement which removed the pain and restored his independence.
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