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HDH Awarded Dual Recognition
HealthGrades’ annual study released this fall rated Joint Replacement care at HDH among the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for the third consecutive year. HealthGrades, the nation’s leading independent ratings organization, evaluates patient outcomes for 5,000 hospitals. This research is the only comprehensive analysis based solely on patient mortality and complication rates. In addition to the Specialty Excellence Award™, HDH ranked among the Top-20 providers for Joint Replacement care in California (out of 185 hospitals with sufficient volume to be rated). HDH is the highest-rated hospital for Joint Replacement in Sonoma County, and has had 5 star or better than expected outcomes for Total Knee Replacement since 2007 and 5 star outcomes for Total Hip Replacement since 2009. HDH’s Orthopaedic & Total Joint Replacement Program specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing disorders of the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. HDH’s knowledgeable orthopedic surgeons are recognized among the finest in the region, using leading-edge technologies so patients can regain movement and freedom from discomfort. The Total Joint Replacement Program provides comprehensive treatment options – from conservative, nonsurgical medical care to state-of-the-art, minimally invasive surgical procedures for a wide range of orthopaedic conditions. By offering the latest advances in diagnostic technology, from X-ray to MRI, a patient’s injury is safely diagnosed quickly and accurately. Led by John D. Tomasin, MD, the HDH physician team includes experts in several major orthopaedic subspecialties, including joint replacement, foot and ankle care, spine care, and sports medicine. These physicians must meet strict criteria regarding experience and training, and all surgeons are board-certified in orthopaedics or neurosurgery. In addition, many are fellowship-trained, adding a higher level of expertise. The following is a list of physicians who receive special privileges at HDH: Whether a patient suffers an injury from playing sports, experience pain from arthritis, or break a bone, HDH’s orthopaedic surgeons can help. The Orthopaedic & Total Joint Replacement team’s goal is to eliminate pain and restore comfort. HDH’s orthopaedic team tailors a rehabilitation plan to the patients’ unique needs, including therapy and medication as well as chronic pain management. The road to full and complete rehabilitation is guaranteed as HDH’s rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, hand, and speech therapy. HDH’s award-winning patient satisfaction and care, matched with a tradition of excellence in the total joint replacement medicine makes HDH’s Orthopaedic & Total Joint Replacement Program the clear choice in orthopaedic and total joint care in Northern California and across the nation.
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Healdsburg District Hospital is among top 10% of hospitals nationwide for joint replacement care
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