Posts Tagged ‘Inova Joint Replacement Center’
Inova Rehabilitation Center helps local civil engineer return to a normal life
A Stroke of Luck Life changed overnight for Arthur Osgood, a civil engineer and retired Army colonel from Great Falls, Virginia, last May 25. He had a stroke. When he woke up he couldn’t walk, sit up, move his torso or control anything on the left side of his body. “He was essentially helpless,” says…
Read MoreInova Mount Vernon Joint Replacement Center continues its pioneering care options
Leading the Pack Inova Mount Vernon Hospital is a trailblazer when it comes to minimally invasive outpatient joint replacement. Nitin Goyal, MD, and colleagues at the Inova Joint Replacement Center performed the first outpatient knee and hip replacements in the Northern Virginia area. Dr. Goyal is a hip and knee replacement surgeon with a special…
Read MoreGiving the Gift of Mobility: Inova Mount Vernon and Operation Walk USA
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Alexandria, VA – Each December, surgeons within the Inova Joint Replacement Center (IJRC) give honor to their commitment to our community through their participation in a national program called “Operation WalkUSA.” In this program, several Inova Mount Vernon Hospital orthopedic surgeons annually provide free hip and knee replacements to local residents who otherwise would…
Read MoreInova Mount Vernon Hospital Provides Free Hip and Knee Replacements
Saturday, December 7, 2013 as Part of Operation Walk USA Alexandria, VA (December 9, 2013): On December 7th, orthopedic surgeon(s) at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital provided free hip and/or knee replacements to 10 patients from the metropolitan Washington DC area, as part of Operation Walk USA. Currently in its third year, Operation Walk USA,…
Read MoreIn the Right Direction: Being prepared for surgery paves the way for success
(October 4, 2013) Gearing up for surgery can be overwhelming, especially when you’re experiencing joint pain or reduced mobility. Your to-do list may overflow with tasks such as getting the green light from your primary care physician, assembling your personal and medical information, planning ahead for your recovery, and obtaining any necessary exams and tests.…
Read MoreInova Joint Replacement Team Named in Orthopedics Today
Research Highlights Social Support Can Reduce Stress and Improve Healing During Joint Replacement Process Alexandria, VA – (May 25, 2011) — Research performed by the Inova Joint Replacement Patient Care Operations Team was recently highlighted in May 2010 issue of Orthopedics Today. This team, comprised of joint replacement clinical managers from Inova hospitals, spearheaded research…
Read MoreInova Mount Vernon Hospital Earns Gold Seal for Joint Replacement Program
Hospital One of Only Six Programs in Virginia to Earn this Distinction Alexandria, VA – (April, 28, 2009) — Inova Mount Vernon Hospital has earned a Gold Seal of Approval™ for outstanding care in joint replacement procedures by The Joint Commission, the national accrediting organization for hospitals and healthcare facilities. “We’re very honored to receive…
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