Hip, Knee and Spine Center at St. John Hospital

The Hip, Knee and Spine Center at St. John Hospital and Medical Center to serve the needs of the metro Detroit area with a comprehensive referral program for total joint replacement. Designed specifically for the diagnosis and treatment of joint pain, the Center has a regional reputation for its superior surgical techniques and high levels of patient satisfaction. Each of the Center’s surgeons has received years of specialized training from top medical schools and residency programs in the field of orthopaedic surgery. The Center’s staff includes support staff, such as a physician assistants, registered nurses and physical and occupational therapists providing high quality care with individualized attention focused on each patient's progress.

The Center’s unit and staff are dedicated to total joint replacement. The unit features group rehabilitation area and other activities allow patients to get out of bed and back on their feet alongside fellow patients. Among the activities patients can enjoy prior to and after their surgery are putt-putt golf, hair styling services and gourmet dinners. This facility also houses a comprehensive information library for patient and family education.

Inpatient rehabilitation plays a vital role in a patient’s full recovery and begins the day following surgery. For patients requiring more physical therapy after discharge, St. John Hospital offers outpatient rehabilitation services and home care.

The Center’s surgeons specialize in total joint replacement for the hip, knee and shoulder, spine repair, and sports-related injuries. Together, they have performed thousands of joint procedures with excellent patient satisfaction. They are also known for the concern and attention they pay to each patient’s special needs. To promote community wellness, the Center sponsors seminars on joint pain taught by registered nurses and licensed physical therapists. The free seminars also include information about exercises, proper nutrition, and other steps that individuals can take to reduce their joint pain. The Center’s ultimate goal is to achieve the highest levels of patient outcomes and satisfaction by offering advanced diagnostic testing, state-of-the-art surgical facilities, and compassionate care to patients.