Orthopedic Total Joint Program

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We are dedicated to providing you with the most up-to-date and effective ortho­pedic treatment and therapy available. Our Total Joint Team includes physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, care attendants, physi­cal therapists, occupational therapists, pharmacists, case managers and dietitians, all specializing in the care of a patient who has had a total joint replacement. The most important members of the team are you, the patient, and your family. Every detail of our program - from the time the decision is made to receive the joint re­placement, to pre-operative teaching to post-operative exercises - will be reviewed with you.

Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare has a comprehensive program to assist you in attaining a higher level of functioning. We provide a patient guide with information and facts specific to your treatment. Our goal is to provide you with the best care by individualizing your program based upon your needs. Please feel free to ask us any questions or let us know if we can make your stay more comfortable.

Participating Orthopedic Surgeons

Kenneth Ortega, DO

Adirondack Community Physicians
Orthopedic Surgeon
1903 Sunset Avenue
Utica, New York
(315) 797-1212

John P. Sullivan, MD

Slocum Dickson Medical Group PLLC
1729 Burrstone Road
New Hartford, NY
(315) 798-1644

Madana Vallem, MD

Adirondack Community Physicians
Orthopedic Surgeon
1903 Sunset Avenue
Utica, New York
(315) 797-1212

Shelly Forrester, RN, Clinician

Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare
(315) 624-6354