Your doctor and healthcare team will provide you with information to help you prepare for surgery. Never hesitate to ask questions. The following list of questions can help you in your discussions with your doctor before your surgery.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Most hospitals and surgery centers use this important checklist—or a variation of it—to improve safety and outcomes for their patients.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Evidence-based medicine (EBM) helps doctors incorporate the best available scientific evidence into their individual patient care decisions.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
In shoulder replacement surgery, the damaged parts of the shoulder are removed and replaced with artificial components, called a prosthesis. The specific type of shoulder replacement performed will depend on the cause and extent of your shoulder damage.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Before joint replacement surgery, you will need time to prepare, both physically and psychologically. Planning ahead for the challenges of surgery and recovery will help ensure a more successful outcome. These tips will help you get ready for your surgery.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
This article is one in a series of patient safety topics that provide simple, easy-to-follow checklists for patients to follow as they prepare for orthopaedic surgery.| orthoinfo.aaos.org