n Lindsay Carmody, MSN, RN, (left) and Tracy Betz, BSN, RN


n Claudie and Vince Gundrum


including pre-operation education, discharge and home care planning, and rehabilitation.


“We have all the services patients need and they are convenient,” said Lindsay Carmody, MSN, RN, orthopaedic surgical coordinator and family nurse practitioner.


It starts with a class before surgery that teaches patients about the procedure and recovery process, and pre-surgical exercises. Tey even go through how to make your home more safe in advance of your return from the hospital, such as putting away throw rugs.


Aſter surgery, the hospital stay consists of busy, work-filled days. Rehabilitation helps patients increase their functional capabilities. Terapists involve both the patient and his or her family in education and preparation for a safe, successful return home. Patients learn how to get in and out of bed and a chair and use stairs, for example. On the rare occasion that a patient is not able to go home in the typical three to four days, Community Memorial has a recently expanded inpatient rehabilitation unit, which provides comprehensive rehabilitation and nursing services to patients.


For those who need subacute care at a facility before going home, the staff will help patients arrange it. Gundrum had the benefit of having his wife, Claudie, to help him with his care at home during his recovery. For those who need home care services, Community Memorial works with the patient to line up a home care professional to assist them.


Before going home, patients are advised regarding their medications, such as anticoagulants, instructed on how to use special supplies, and shown how to do exercises at home that will aid in their recovery.


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“We have a coordinated approach where the staff works with patients to make sure they have an optimal experience,” said Tracy Betz, BSN, RN, inpatient orthopaedic coordinator.


Hip replacement patients usually do not require outpatient rehabilitation, but other joint replacement surgeries do rely on these services. Outpatient physical therapy helps patients achieve their highest level of physical activity possible aſter surgery through specialized programs, expert staff and state-of-the-art facilities.


Gundrum and his wife have used Community Memorial for their care throughout the years, and are grateful to have exceptional care close to home.


“Tey were super, super good to me at the hospital. I can’t say enough about the hospital, the doctors and nurses,” Gundrum said of his experience.


He’s unsure of another walking pilgrimage to Holy Hill, but no longer suffering hip pain, Gundrum can focus on his faith and his family.


Community Memorial Hospital has 16 orthopaedic surgeons


on staff who performed more than 1,800 procedures last year. To find a physician who provides the latest orthopaedic and


spine procedures, call Careconnection at 262-251-1001 or 800-246-8332. n


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