Orthopedics

Whether you are suffering from debilitating knee or hip pain, a broken or fractured bone or another musculoskeletal problem, Mather Hospital’s Department of Orthopedics is known for its quality patient care, clinical expertise, compassionate treatment and low infection rate.

Mather offers special operating rooms equipped for joint replacements and other orthopedic procedures. These rooms include special air filtration systems and lighting, computer navigation for knee replacements and high-precision, computer-assisted systems for partial knee replacements. Our Joint Replacement Program includes total and partial knees, hips, shoulders and ankles. Free seminars are offered throughout the year at the hospital and in various community locations in central Suffolk County.

Patients receive Mather’s personal, quality care by our Nursing staff that is Magnet® certified, a distinction held by fewer than 615 hospitals worldwide that recognizes health care organizations for quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practice. Our program includes a Post Anesthesia Care Unit and a dedicated orthopedic nursing unit. Our physical and occupational therapists provide one-on-one care to ensure the safest and most successful recovery from surgery.

Why choose Mather for your joint replacement surgery?

When deciding on joint replacement surgery, choosing the right physician is critical, but choosing the best hospital for your care is important as well.  Mather Hospital is the nationally recognized leader in orthopedic care in our community, offering a level of expertise and commitment to quality that sets us apart.

The Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification from The Joint Commission: This certification is a testament to our unwavering dedication to patient safety, quality measures and continuous improvement. For you, this means knowing that Mather has met rigorous national standards for every aspect of your joint replacement journey.  From pre-operative consultation to post-surgical rehabilitation and follow-up care, you can trust our team’s expertise and commitment to your best possible outcome.

Five-Star Rating for Total Knee Replacement from Healthgrades: Healthgrades, a national resource for hospital quality ratings, awarded Mather Hospital five stars specifically for total knee replacement. This achievement signifies our consistently superior clinical outcomes and patient experience for this procedure.

Nationally recognized as a High Performing Orthopedics Program by U.S. News & World Report:  Of the 6000 hospitals evaluated nationally, those who are deemed High Performing are in the top 10% based on analysis of various data for patient outcomes such as patient survival, volume of high-risk patients, patient experience, nurse staffing and advanced clinical technologies. ,  This puts Mather as the highest ranked hospital for orthopedics in the area, underscoring our commitment to provide cutting-edge, comprehensive advanced care.

At Mather Hospital, We are committed to providing you exceptional care  throughout  your journey toward renewed mobility and improved quality of life.