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SMH-Sarasota - Total Joint Pre-Operative Education

Thursday, March 10, 2016

Event date: 6/2/2025 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Export event

Location: Sarasota Memorail Hospital - 1700 S. Tamiami Trail - Oncology Round Classroom, 1st floor, Sarasota, FL 34239
 Information: (941) 917-4047

There is also an online Pre-Recorded Class Video at smh.com/ortho-class 

Learn what to expect before and each day after your surgery.
Become familiar with some of the equipment you will see and be using
Know the expectations of your recovery
 

The preoperative class will help participants:

  • Prepare for surgery.
  • Know what to expect during the hospital stay.
  • Understand pain management options after surgery.
  • Rehab therapy.
  • Set post-surgery goals. 
  • Understand their discharge plan.
 
Family and friends are welcome to attend the class with you. Walk-ins are welcome, if you forget to register.Classes are NOT held on major holidays