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Section TitleMedical Services
  • Orthopedics
    • Joint Surgery
      • Total Joint Replacement Class (opens to new window)
      • Planning for Joint Surgery
      • Hospital Checklist
      • Knee Replacement FAQs
      • Hip Replacement FAQs
      • Preparing for Discharge
      • Postoperative Care
      • Physical & Occupational Therapy
      • Preventing Hip Dislocation
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    Joint Replacement Surgery

    Thank you for choosing Mills-Peninsula Health Services for your joint replacement surgery. Our goal is to meet and exceed your expectations before, during and after your visit.

    We recognize that coming to the hospital can be stressful. To help you prepare for your surgery and ensure the best possible outcome, we’re providing you with the following important information:

    Before Your Surgery

    • Attend Total Joint Replacement Class to prepare you for surgery.
    • Pre-registration Information including important forms you must complete before your surgery
    • Planning for Joint Replacement Surgery
    • Hospitalization Checklist
    • Apply for a DMV Disabled Parking Placard
      (Your physician must sign this)

    At the Hospital

    • Postoperative Care
    • Preparing for Discharge
      • The Case Manager’s Role
      • Home Health Medical
      • Equipment
      • Discharge Day

    After You Leave the Hospital

    • Post Discharge Information
      • When to Call Your Doctor
      • Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey
    • Physical and Occupational Therapy

    Other Important Information

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Hip Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Precautions for Preventing Hip Dislocation
    • Maps and Directions

    Contact Information

    Hospital Main Switchboard
    650-696-5400

    Admitting Department
    650-696-5656

    Case Management Department
    650-696-5984

    Penny Olivar-Rubas, 53, who had partial knee replacements in both knees, benefited from this better fit.
    Penny Olivar-Rubas, who had partial knee replacements in both knees is enjoying tennis again, thanks to joint replacement surgery.
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