Milford Hospital Expands Joint Care Services

From Milford Hospital:People over the age of 50 account for more than one third of Connecticut’s population. As the population ages, so does the likelihood of individuals experiencing aches and pains associated with conditions of the hip, knee, shoulder, elbow and other joints. Currently, more than 54 million Americans are living with arthritis, the leading cause of joint pain.

As a result of these and other factors, the American Academy of Orthopaedics reports that approximately 500,000 knee replacements and 175,000 hip replacements are performed in the United States each year. The demand for these surgeries is expected to rise significantly in the next decade, with an anticipated increase of 174% for hip replacements and, an astonishing, 673% for knee replacements.

The need for orthopedic services, however, is not limited to age alone. Active lifestyles, sports injuries and other conditions can require access to a physician specialist. To meet the growing need for joint replacement and other orthopedic services, Milford Hospital is proud to announce their recent affiliation with Orthoapedic Specialty Group, PC. Both organizations are recognized as leaders in advanced treatment options and compassionate and patient centered orthopedic care.

Under the partnership, physicians John Awad, MD, Henry Backe, MD, David Bindelglass, MD, Dante Brittis, MD, Neil Dunleavy, MD, Lauren Fabian, MD, James FitzGibbons, MD, Cullen Griffith, MD, Patrick Kwok, MD, Joel Malin, MD, Ross Richer, MD and Daniel Weiland, MD of Orthopaedic Specialty Group have become members of the Milford Hospital Medical Staff where they will join surgeons Amit Lahav, MD, Aaron Schachter, MD and Tedd Weisman, MD in offering a comprehensive array of orthopedic services. In addition, they will provide 24/7 emergency orthopedic care for the hospital which serves patients from Greater New Haven and Fairfield Counties.

Orthopaedic Specialty Group is one of the largest and most experienced orthopedic practice in Southern Connecticut. Their physicians’ wide range of expertise provides complete care in all areas of treatment including advanced surgical and nonsurgical techniques, pain management, rehabilitation, and neurosurgery. Many of their physicians have been designated Connecticut Magazines “Top Docs.” Under this arrangement, all residents will have quick access to high quality care, close to home.

Consistently ranking in the Top 1% Nationally in Patient Satisfaction, The Connecticut Joint Center at Milford Hospital offers comprehensive, patient centered care for individuals undergoing joint replacement surgery. Since opening in October 2005, thousands of patients have come to the Connecticut Joint Center from throughout the state, region and as far away as Florida, Europe and Africa. With advanced surgical options including the MAKO Robotic Arm, the hospitals experienced team of staff, surgeons, nurses and care-givers have successfully enabled thousands of patients to resume an active lifestyle and improve their overall quality of life.

“As a high performer in joint replacement surgery and orthopedic care for more than a decade, Milford Hospital recognized the growing need for expanded access to highly trained and experienced orthopedic physicians” said Milford Hospital Chief Restructuring Officer Mark E. Toney. “With the physicians of Orthopaedic Specialty Group, there is a depth of knowledge, experience and specialization which will benefit the hospital and our patients. We are pleased to bring these providers to our hospital and adding capabilities and services to our community.”

Knowing when your sore joint requires medical attention can be difficult to assess. However, generally, physicians agree that if pain or other symptoms interfere with your day to day life, sleep patterns and overall quality of life, it’s time to see a doctor.

“Milford Hospital is committed to bringing new health care resources to our community” said Toney. “Partnering with Orthopaedic Specialty Group allows us to offer expanded access to high quality, specialized care.”

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