The Jefferson County Health Center (JCHC) will host a free community education seminar in Ottumwa on Tuesday, November 17, focusing on advances in hip and knee replacement surgery, including the use of robotic-assisted technology.
The seminar, titled “Your Care Explained: Hip and Knee Replacement,” will feature orthopedic surgeon Sandeep Munjal, MD, FAAOS, FAAHKS. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn how JCHC’s new robotic technology assists surgeons during hip and knee replacement procedures and what patients can expect throughout the process.
Topics will include available hip and knee replacement options, how robotic technology plays a role in joint replacement, who may benefit from robotic-assisted surgery, and what to expect during surgery and recovery.
The event will take place at the Bridge View Center, located at 102 Church Street in Ottumwa.
The evening schedule includes doors opening at 5 p.m., followed by the presentation at 5:30 p.m. A question-and-answer session will begin at approximately 6:15 p.m. Refreshments will also be available.
The seminar is free and open to the public. Community members interested in attending are encouraged to reserve a seat through the online registration form or by calling 641-472-4111.
For more information or to register, visit the Jefferson County Health Center website at https://www.jchc.org/ and look for the “Your Care Explained: Hip and Knee Replacement” seminar.
Source: Jefferson County Health Center
