Welcome to Northwestern Medicine Joint Center at Huntley Hospital
Preparing for your Upcoming Joint Replacement Surgery
We know you may have questions about your upcoming joint replacement surgery. We are here to guide you. Our team is committed to your well-being.
Our goal is to:
What You Will Find Here
Patient guidebook: We have created a guidebook for total hip and knee replacement surgery. It covers step-by-step instructions, helpful tips and answers to common questions.
Our team will mail the guide to you, or your surgeon’s office may have given you your guidebook already. You can also download it below:
Huntley Hospital Total Joint Replacement Preoperative education video: This video builds on the information in the guidebook. This video and the pre-surgery class should answer most of your questions. This video is not a replacement for attending a pre-surgery class.
Register for the Total Joint Replacement Pre-surgery Class
In the class, the joint replacement care coordinator will explain the surgery, what to expect during recovery and self-care tips. Classes are available online for no cost. You must register to attend.
Register with the link below or call 312.926.8400, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
For questions about your surgery, please call us at 815.759.4902.
We know you may have questions about your upcoming joint replacement surgery. We are here to guide you. Our team is committed to your well-being.
Our goal is to:
- Empower you with knowledge.
- Address any concerns you have.
- Help you get back to enjoying everyday activities with better mobility and comfort.
What You Will Find Here
Patient guidebook: We have created a guidebook for total hip and knee replacement surgery. It covers step-by-step instructions, helpful tips and answers to common questions.
Our team will mail the guide to you, or your surgeon’s office may have given you your guidebook already. You can also download it below:
- Huntley Hospital Total Hip and Knee Replacement Guidebook
- Huntley Hospital Total Joint Replacement Journey Map
- Huntley Hospital Post-operative Checklist
- Pre-operative Joint Replacement Class flier
Huntley Hospital Total Joint Replacement Preoperative education video: This video builds on the information in the guidebook. This video and the pre-surgery class should answer most of your questions. This video is not a replacement for attending a pre-surgery class.
- Total Joint Replacement Patient Education Video (English)
- Total Joint Replacement Patient Education Video (Spanish subtitles)
- Total Joint Replacement Patient Education Video (Polish subtitles)
Register for the Total Joint Replacement Pre-surgery Class
In the class, the joint replacement care coordinator will explain the surgery, what to expect during recovery and self-care tips. Classes are available online for no cost. You must register to attend.
Register with the link below or call 312.926.8400, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
For questions about your surgery, please call us at 815.759.4902.