Orthopaedic Surgery

COVID-19 Update: If you are booked for surgery you will require a COVID-19 test before surgery. You will receive a call one week before surgery to organize the test which will take place at Humber River Hospital Pre-Screening Department Located on Level-1.

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ROSA was introduced to Humber in October 2020. This exciting new technology allows surgeons to pre-plan your knee replacement more accurately. In addition, it helps to make personalized decisions intra-operatively and guide overall alignment of the knee replacement. This is a huge technological leap forward, and a Canadian “first”!

 

 

 

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Spotlight Stories

Direct Anterior Hip Replacement: Wendy’s Story

Humber offers new SKiP Same Day Knee Replacement Program

COIN: An Innovative Approach to Pain Management at Humber River Hospital

Gary’s Story: Total Ankle Replacement – Humber River Hospital Foundation

The Patient Journey: Anterior Hip Replacement – Humber River Hospital Foundation

High Tech: First Anterior Hip Replacement in the GTA!

Interview: Dr. Sagar Desai

Interview: Dr. Stephen Halman, Division Head, Orthopaedic Surgery

Announcing our 2019 Doctor of Philanthropy: Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez

 

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About the Orthopaedic Surgery Program

The Division of Orthopaedic Surgery is one of the largest surgical groups in Canada.  The vision of the group is to provide innovative leading surgical solutions to the community in a timely and personalized manner.

At Humber, we optimize the latest surgical techniques and technologies to bring state-of-the-art care which has allowed us to drastically expand the scope of same-day surgery to currently include the following:

  • Total hip and knee replacements
  • Shoulder replacements
  • Total ankle replacements
  • Sports and arthroscopic surgery

Feel free to explore the website for further information on Humber orthopaedics, including: surgeon biographies, referral information, surgeries performed, patient stories, and updates on new innovation and technology.

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Preparing for your surgery at Humber River Hospital
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Dr. Barry Cayen

Dr. Barry Cayen

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Dr. Tommy Chan

Dr. Tommy Chan

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Dr. Justin Chang

Dr. Justin Chang

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Dr. Sagar Desai

Dr. Sagar Desai

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Chief of Department of Surgery; Medical director of Surgical Services Program
Dr. Stephen Halman

Dr. Stephen Halman

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Surgical Lead-Operating room
Dr. Martin Heller

Dr. Martin Heller

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Dr. Mara Jones

Dr. Mara Jones

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Dr. Joseph Kwok

Dr. Joseph Kwok

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Dr. Stephen Reed

Dr. Stephen Reed

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Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez-Elizalde

Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez-Elizalde

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Dr. James Seligman

Dr. James Seligman

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Dr. Patrick Tansey

Dr. Patrick Tansey

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Dr. Apostolos Tountas

Dr. Apostolos Tountas

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Head, Division of Orthopaedics
Dr. John Townley

Dr. John Townley

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Dr. Rick Zarnett

Dr. Rick Zarnett

Orthopaedic Surgery

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The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has introduced new care plans for all patients having elective hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgery. These plans are quite different from what you might have experienced or heard of in the past. The goal is to help you transition more smoothly out of the hospital and into your home, where you can recover as quickly and as safely as possible.

Pre-Operative Education Resources

Before your surgery, please review the Patient Guide Booklet below to help prepare for your upcoming surgery. The booklet covers your entire surgical journey, including what you can expect before and after surgery, equipment you may need, how to prepare your home, and arranging support in the home. There are several appendices in the booklet with additional resources, such as transportation services, healthcare equipment stores, and your home exercise physiotherapy program.

Post-Operative Education Resources

Physiotherapy is an important part of your recovery. Below is your home exercise program.

If you are going home after surgery with a nerve block, please review the resources below on how to manage your nerve block at home and who to contact if you need help.

Obtaining a Referral

Please find information regarding the pathway for patients referred to a Rapid Access Clinic (RAC) by visiting Central LHIN.

Referral form for Orthopaedic Consultation – Knee and Hip Arthritis Management