Getting “Hip” about Hip Replacement

Thursday, March 4 ∙ noon – 1 p.m.

Hip replacement is one of the most revolutionary advances in modern orthopaedic surgery.  Thanks to developments in surgical techniques and instrumentation, joint replacement is considered to be one of the best methods of handling advanced arthritis or malformation in the hip. Join orthopaedic surgeon Frank Armocida, M.D. to learn what conditions contribute to deterioration of the hip joint, treatments available for hip pain and what to expect if you need hip replacement. Lunch provided. Free