George Ritz, M.D., to hold lecture on joint replacement

3/18/2015

WILKES-BARRE – When is Joint Replacement the Best Option, a free educational seminar offered by the Joint Center at Commonwealth Health Wilkes-Barre General Hospital will be presented by Dr. George Ritz on Thursday March 26 at 5 p.m. in the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs.

“If you are over 55, and have knee or hip pain, stiffness or swelling, chances are you have arthritis of the knee or hip,” said Dr. Ritz. “The good news is that many treatments are now available to control these symptoms, allowing you to move easily and without pain once again.”

When is Joint Replacement the Best Option will explore the latest non-surgical and surgical treatments for hip and knee pain. The seminar will also help individuals with arthritis determine when it is time to consider total joint replacement. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. Appetizers and refreshments will be served.

The Joint Center at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is a comprehensive program based on a national best practice model for hip and knee replacement, and structured around the fundamental principle of wellness. The Joint Center incorporates the most advanced, minimally invasive, advanced analgesic and rapid-recovery techniques in joint replacement within an environment that maximizes patient recovery through education, a culture of early mobility, family involvements, and group interaction. Community education to increase awareness of musculoskeletal diseases, and their latest treatment options, is also an integral part of the program.

To register, please call 570-552-7423. Reservations must be made by March 24.