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.
Back to the Life You Love
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
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.
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Choosing an Orthopedic Surgeon
Helpful questions to ask yourself and the surgeon.
Joint Pain Assessment
How much is joint pain impacting your life?
Covering the Cost of Joint Replacement Surgery
Ask questions to be financially prepared for your surgery.
Patient Stories
New Hip Lets Father Be a Dad Again
At age 45, Shahnam Davani’s hip pain prevented him from playing with his young son. After a hip replacement at CPMC, he’s an active dad again.
Patient Enjoys Woodworking Again after Surgery
Carmen says shoulder-replacement surgery isn't anything to be scared of.
Climbing Stairs Without Knee Pain
A knee replacement surgery at Mills-Peninsula Medical Center helped Charles Chavez return to the activities he loves.
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.
Equestrian Enthusiast Rides After Double Hip Replacement
When Suzanne's hip pain got so bad that she couldn't ride her horse anymore, she knew it was time to take action.
Giant Strides for Total Ankle Replacement
Read Mike's story about total ankle replacement.
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.
Two New Hips Keep Mike Nick Active
After two hip replacements, Mike Nick is more active than ever.
Shoulder Arthroplasty Research
Doctor Profiles
The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site.
