Orthopedic Care in Simi Valley
Adventist Hospital Simi Valley is recognized by Blue Cross/Blue Shield as a Blue Distinction Center for knee and hip replacements. We are also one of the only facilities to provide robotic-assisted total joint replacement (TJR) between Santa Barbara and Glendale. For physician referrals please call our Nurse Navigator at (805) 955-6233 or fill out the form below.
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Our new Mako System provides greater precision and accuracy to patients undergoing total hip, total knee, and partial knee replacement surgery. Robotic arm-assisted surgery enables surgeons to provide each patient an individualized plan and aids with precise alignment of knee and hip implants.
These revolutionary advancements in joint replacement translate into quicker patient recovery, shorter hospital stays, and most importantly, higher patient satisfaction ratings as compared to traditional knee and hip replacement surgery.
Advanced treatment from highly skilled professionals
Adventist Health Simi Valley provides our active community with convenient access to modern orthopedic procedures and follow-up care. Our team of highly skilled professionals specialize in diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of musculoskeletal conditions, diseases and injuries affecting bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves throughout the body.
To offer patients the best care, we have inpatient and outpatient treatments and procedures using the latest technology. Our experienced teams provide individualized care to each person with a personal care plan.
Our orthopedic experts at Adventist Health Simi Valley understand that the fear of surgical complications may delay the decision-making process. Patients can rest assured that their orthopedic team has some of the lowest complication rates in the country. That's great news for the thousands of people who require any kind of joint surgery, spine surgery or other general orthopedic procedures.
MEET OUR NURSE NAVIGATOR
Kathryn Harada, BSN, BA, RN, PHN, CNOR
Kathryn ensures our orthopedic patients have the best possible experience before, during and after their surgery at Adventist Health Simi Valley. This is the core of Kathryn’s role as manager of the orthopedic service line. It is also what she loves most about being a nurse.
Helping patients return to pain-free, more physically active lifestyles
At Adventist Health Simi Valley, we employ a nurse who provides tailored assistance to joint replacement patients, their families and their caregivers. Kathryn Harada provides one-on-one care to inpatients and outpatients alike.
The primary goal of a nurse navigator is to ensure the comfort and stability of patients as well as the ongoing and timely accesses to effective care. Nurse navigators educate patients on materials relating to their unique diagnoses.
In addition, a nurse navigator will offer you referrals to helpful community resources. Our nurse navigator will ensure you have the best possible experience before, during and after your procedure.
As the point-person for coordination of care, nurse navigators bring together the entire care team. From surgeons, physicians and anesthesiologists to case managers, nurses, physical therapists and more. Your nurse navigator will work tirelessly to ensure your experience is as smooth as possible.
To speak with Kathryn about your personalized care plan call (805) 955-6233 or fill out the form below.
Adventist Health Simi Valley also offers the convenience of an outpatient clinic located on the hospital campus, staffed by renowned joint expert physicians.
Procedures/treatments
- Ankle and foot surgery
- Hand surgery
- Hip replacement
- Knee replacement
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Shoulder surgery
- Sports Medicine
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Diagnostic procedures
- CT
- MRI
- X-ray
- Ultrasound
- Injections