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Orthopedics

From award-winning joint replacement surgeries to osteoarthritis management, our orthopedic treatments help thousands of people across Northern California and the Central Coast recover quickly and return to the activities they love.

Female orthopedic doctor assessing mobility of older male patient during consultation for orthopedic surgery and joint replacement.
Why Choose Sutter?

When a bone, joint or muscle issue slows you down, turn to our orthopedic specialists to regain easy, pain-free movement. The combined effort of our top doctors, medical facilities and innovative technologies allows us to personalize orthopedic care for everyone, from U.S. Olympic champions and sports teams like Bay FC to your next-door neighbor.

We use the latest innovations and minimally invasive procedures to help you feel better faster. Imagine undergoing joint replacement surgery and returning home the same day — that’s the kind of surgical innovation you’ll find at Sutter. For longer recoveries, our physical therapy and rehabilitation services will help you move closer to your goals. This commitment to your care is why 95% of people surveyed say they were satisfied with their rehabilitation program.

By the Numbers

350+

Orthopedic Doctors

offer advanced orthopedic care, joint replacements, and minimally invasive surgical procedures for a faster recovery.

61,500+

Orthopedic Procedures

are performed each year across our hospitals and surgery centers.

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Sutter Hospitals

are ranked among America’s 100 Best for joint replacement.

Top 100

in the 

U.S. as recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review for our orthopedic program.

Need a Referral?

Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at 888-834-1788.

Comfortable In-Between Care 

When you're ready to leave the hospital but not yet ready to go home, our four inpatient rehab centers offer a safe and healthy place for your continued recovery.

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

From treating sports injuries to chronic conditions, our physical therapists can help you improve strength, mobility and coordination.

Hip and Knee Pain Webinars

Discover what causes joint pain, available treatment options and ask our orthopedic specialists your questions.

Back in the Game After Knee Replacement
At 44, intense knee pain ended Lori McDevitt's tennis game, so she turned to Sutter for joint replacement surgery on both knees. Now, she’s returned to the tennis courts and is winning tournaments.

Awards and Accreditations

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U.S. News & World Report
2025
Best Ambulatory Surgery Center for Orthopedics & Spine
Hospital or Foundation
  • multiple locations
Healthgrades
2024
America's 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery
Hospital or Foundation
  • Novato Community Hospital
Healthgrades
2024
Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award
Hospital or Foundation
  • Sutter Surgical Hospital North Valley
Healthgrades
2024
Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award
Hospital or Foundation
  • Mills-Peninsula Medical Center
Healthgrades
2023
America's 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery
Hospital or Foundation
  • multiple locations
Healthgrades
2023
Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award
Hospital or Foundation
  • multiple locations
View All Awards and Accreditations
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Hip and Knee Replacement Outcomes

View the latest statistics on our patients' hip and knee replacement surgery outcomes — which are better than the national average.

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Musculoskeletal Disorders Research

Musculoskeletal disorders cause pain or injuries in the joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves and tendons that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Research aims to improve treatment and prevent these issues, especially in the workplace.

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Move Better, Live Better

Whether it’s a new bone injury or long-term joint pain, our orthopedic teams are here to help you get back to the life you love.

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