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Joint Replacement

If you are experiencing chronic joint pain, today’s experts encourage you to explore joint replacement options before joint damage leads to disability and other serious health complications. In the Sutter Health network, experienced orthopedic surgeons offer the latest in joint replacement surgery to restore mobility, reduce pain and get you back to a healthy, active life.

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Featured Services

  • Hip Replacement
  • Joint Injections
  • Knee Replacement
  • Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Wrist / Finger Joint Replacement

Back to the Life You Love

Performing more than 5,000 joint replacements a year, orthopedic surgeons in the Sutter Health network are among the most experienced in Northern California. Together, our hospital and outpatient programs offer a wide range of options for hip, knee, ankle and shoulder replacements, pairing new technologies with best-practice care. We also provide all the support services you need to recover from surgery and regain strength and mobility.

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The Sutter Health network includes more than 300 orthopedic surgeons across Northern California with expertise in joint replacement procedures for knees, hips, shoulders, elbows and ankles, including:

  • Anterior hip replacements and reverse shoulder replacements
  • Quadricep-sparing knee replacements
  • Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted joint replacements
  • Total and partial joint replacements
  • Joint resurfacing

Preparing for Your Joint Replacement Surgery

Joint Replacement Video Gallery

As you prepare for joint replacement surgery, you can learn more about your procedure and what to expect by viewing our gallery of short, informative videos.

Please contact your surgical team with specific questions, as your care may be customized to your individual circumstances and medical history. 

Joint Replacement Video Gallery

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Covering the Cost of Joint Replacement Surgery

Ask questions to be financially prepared for your surgery.

Patient Stories

Patient Enjoys Woodworking Again after Surgery

Carmen says shoulder-replacement surgery isn't anything to be scared of.

A Strong Woman Gets a Strong Shoulder

Nancy Carter is back cooking meals for the hungry after a reverse shoulder replacement at Sutter Delta Medical Center in Antioch.

Shoulder Surgery Reunites Sarah with Furry Friends

Sarah's volunteer efforts were interrupted when shoulder pain kept her from walking dogs at the animal shelter.

Giant Strides for Total Ankle Replacement

Read Mike's story about total ankle replacement.

Master Gardener Returns to One of Her Great Joys

Years kneeling over the flower beds had finally taken its toll. With three disintegrating lumbar discs, Gillian reached out for help.

Surgeries Help 71-year-old Woman Ride Motorcycle

A 71-year-old woman is still riding her Harley-Davidson® motorcycle despite having hip replacement surgery.

Restored Shoulders Keep Eleanore Active

At age 77, Eleanore Scott has had 26 surgeries. But the two that made the biggest impact on her life were her bilateral shoulder joint replacements.

Climbing Stairs Without Knee Pain

A knee replacement surgery at Mills-Peninsula Medical Center helped Charles Chavez return to the activities he loves.

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Shoulder Arthroplasty Research

Sutter Health Shoulder Arthroplasty Research
Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries or pain in the body's joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves, tendons and other structures that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Specific disorders include such things as carpal tunnel syndrome, epicondylitis and tendinitis. It can also include cuts and fractures due to accidents. Research in this area seeks to improve the treatment of disorders and the prevention of accidents, especially in the work environment.

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Doctor Profiles

The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site.
Garet C. Comer, M.D.

Garet C. Comer, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Frank H. Valone, III, M.D.

Frank H. Valone, III, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Jonathan A. Gant, M.D.

Jonathan A. Gant, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Robert B. Haimson, M.D.

Robert B. Haimson, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Marvin Y. Lo, M.D.

Marvin Y. Lo, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Benjamin (Jamie) W. Halligan, M.D.

Benjamin (Jamie) W. Halligan, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Kai U. Mazur, M.D.

Kai U. Mazur, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Edward C. Sun, M.D.

Edward C. Sun, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Rafael Neiman, M.D.

Rafael Neiman, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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