--- title: "Knee replacement services at Sutter Health" description: "Sutter treats knee joints with advanced surgical options to reduce pain, restore joint function, improve mobility, and support faster recovery." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/knee-replacement" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Knee joint replacement # Knee replacement Our orthopedic surgeons use the latest technologies to perform partial and total knee replacement surgeries. [Find an orthopedic surgeon](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Orthopedic+Surgery%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Why choose Sutter? If you’ve tried nonsurgical alternatives but you’re still dealing with an injury or severe arthritis, common knee replacement surgeries can help ease pain and restore mobility. We offer several knee replacement surgeries (also called knee arthroplasty), including total, quad-sparing and robotic-assisted knee replacement. When you turn to Sutter, you get the top orthopedic surgeons dedicated to helping you heal. Our skilled [joint replacement](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/joint-replacement) teams perform significantly better than the national average, with three Sutter locations rated as top performing hospitals for knee replacement. You’ll also have access to educational tools like joint seminars and joint replacement booklets to help you prepare for surgery. After your procedure, our recovery centers will support you in getting back to the activities you love. ## By the numbers ### 350+ orthopedic doctors offer advanced pain management and state-of-the-art joint replacements for a faster recovery. ### 5,000+ knee replacements are performed each year at our hospitals.. ### 2 Sutter Hospitals are in the top 10% nationwide for outpatient joint replacement. ### 34 Joint Replacement Centers offer advanced treatment, recovery and education to get you back on your feet. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - [Arthritis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/arthritis-rheumatology) - Knee Injury - Osteoarthritis - Periprosthetic Fracture ## Treatments - [Knee replacement](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/knee-replacement) - Primary and Revision Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery - Robotic Knee Replacement ## Awards and accreditations [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Knee+replacement%22%5D%7D%5D) Healthgrades 2026 Five-Star Recipient for Total Knee Replacement U.S. News & World Report 2024-2025 High-Performing in Knee Replacement Healthgrades 2024 America's 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Healthgrades 2023 Five Stars for Total Knee Replacement The Joint Commission 2023 High Quality in Hip and Knee Joint Replacements U.S. News & World Report 2022 High-Performing in Knee Replacement [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Knee+replacement%22%5D%7D%5D) ![home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## 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. [View inpatient rehab services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/acute-inpatient-rehabilitation) ![home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ![man-doing-physical-therapy-exercises](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/man-doing-physical-therapy-exercises.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Physical therapy and rehabilitation From treating sports injuries to chronic conditions, our physical therapists can help you improve strength, mobility and coordination. [View physical therapy services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/physical-therapy-and-rehabilitation) ![doctor-checks-the-condition-of-the-woman€™s-legs](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/women/doctor-checks-the-condition-of-the-womans-legs.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## 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. [View joint replacement outcomes](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/quality-care/service-outcomes/orthopedic-outcomes) ![doctor-checks-the-condition-of-the-woman€™s-legs](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/women/doctor-checks-the-condition-of-the-womans-legs.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ![doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## 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. [View research](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Musculoskeletal+Disorders%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=clinical_trial) ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Improve your running gait](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/improve-your-running-gait) Paying attention to how you run can help prevent repetitive motion injuries and pain. Learn how to improve your running cadence, impact and pelvic drop. Health & wellness ### [How to Maintain Muscle Strength](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/how-to-maintain-muscle-strength) Follow this advice to stay strong and healthy as you age. Health & wellness ### [Choosing an Orthopedic Surgeon for Joint Replacement](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/choosing-an-orthopedic-surgeon-for-joint-replacement) Take these steps to find a surgeon who's right for you. ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### How Determination Helped Patient Find Her Stride Again ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/how-determination-helped-patient-find-her-stride-again-2034516638) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## Back on your feet, faster Find knee replacement care at Sutter, with coordinated support from surgery through recovery. 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