Orthopaedics

Joint Replacement Program

Our joint replacement team performs over 1000 replacement surgeries every year to help our patients relieve their chronic joint pain. Plus, our patients tell us through our hip and knee satisfaction surveys that they are happy with their healthcare experience. Many patients opt for total joint replacement of the hip, knee, or shoulder. However, there are other options available as well to treat hip, knee, and shoulder pain, such as minimally-invasive surgery, partial joint replacement, and resurfacing.

We're seeing an interesting shift in the age range of patients who experience joint pain—active yet aging baby boomers are often seen in our clinics. They all have the same need—to get back to the activities they enjoy without the fear of pain. Our team understands this and we share your goal to get back to your work and life. Check out the stories below to see how we've helped others get back to the passions in their life.

Location: In the Orthopaedic clinic area at Reception 3A (PDF)

Clinic Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Healthcare Providers: Hip and knee replacements are done by our Joint Team. Shoulder replacements are performed by our Upper Extremity Team.

Referrals: Appointments for the Joint Replacement Program are welcomed from both patients and referring physicians, and are available by calling (603) 650-5133.

Bilateral Knee Replacement (Joint Replacement Program)

Charlie's Story (Flash, 3min, 50kb)

Charlie Kraft, 56, is a self-employed woodworker in Contoocook, NH. Read about how his bilateral knee replacement at DHMC helped him get back to work.

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Dennis' Story (Flash, 3min, 50kb)

Dennis Kelly, 67, is retired and lives in Washington, NH. Read about how his bilateral knee replacement at DHMC helped him get back to his active, outdoor lifestyle.

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