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The Hokey Pokey is What it’s all About - Thanks to a New Hip

The Hokey Pokey is What it’s all About - Thanks to a New Hip

March 4th, 2013

A little over a year ago, Annie Morris was rushed to the emergency room at Frank R. Howard Memorial[...]

Patient Testimonials

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about how the Orthopedic Joint Center of
Northern California has changed their lives.
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What You Should Consider When Selecting from the Best Knee Surgeons for Your Surgery

Knee surgery can be a huge relief from pain and immobility for many people, and new surgical techniques have made steady advances in the 10 [more]

What is Partial Knee Replacement and is it Right for Your Knee Condition?

As we get older, certain parts of the body can begin to become less efficient. One of the most common areas for adults to have [more]

The Hokey Pokey is What it’s all About - Thanks to a New Hip

A little over a year ago, Annie Morris was rushed to the emergency room at Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital (HMH), wondering if she would ever [more]

Knee Scope Surgery Explained

Knee scope surgery is an innovative surgical procedure, which uses a small scope in order to perform the surgery on your knee. This is the [more]

Secret Santa at the Orthopedic Joint Center of Northern California’s Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital Provides Patient With a Special Christmas Gift

Typically, the holidays are a tough time to be hospitalized, but not for Angelina Hayes who received a Christmas gift she’s not likely to forget [more]

How to Select the Best Knee Replacement Implant for you

Many people suffer from bad knees, but when it comes to knee replacement surgery, there are many questions that people have, and rightfully so. Having [more]

What is Laparoscopic Knee Surgery and When is it Used ?

Laparoscopic knee surgery is a minimally invasive surgery that offers the doctor or surgeon the opportunity to repair or remove damaged tissues and ligaments in [more]

Howard Hospital’s Orthopedic Joint Center Educational Program Sets Care Apart

After three successful orthopedic joint replacements at Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital (HMH), 82-year-old Myra Figueiredo only visits the hospital to see a hospitalized neighbor [more]

Smiling Again: Knee replacement surgery helps patient live the life she loves.

For people with hip and knee pain, the fear of surgery often prevents them from exploring their treatment options. However, many patients who get hip [more]

Total Knee Replacement Surgery - Preparation, Risks and Recovery

What are the preparations that you need to take for a total knee replacement surgery? Knee replacement surgery is something that you should prepare for well [more]

Preparing for a Successful Surgery at the Orthopedic Joint Center of Northern California

The Orthopedic Joint Center of Northern California at Howard Memorial Hospital has helped thousands of people end their joint pain and return to living the [more]

When is Knee Resurfacing an Option?

Sometimes, a surgeon may consider a patient for knee resurfacing instead of a complete knee replacement. The doctor will take into account the patient's age, [more]

Orthopedic Joint Center of Northern California Offers Aroma Therapy and Massage Therapy

Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital’s Orthopedic Joint Center of Northern California offers excellent clinical care and much more. In addition to doctors, nurses and physical [more]

Options for Total Hip Replacement Surgery

Old age and Osteoarthritis have some pretty awful implications for the weight bearing joints of the knees and hips.  Osteoarthritis is one of those irreversible [more]

Tips for Selecting from the Top Knee Surgeons for Your Knee Surgery

How to Choose a  Top Knee Surgeon When you are going to be selecting a knee surgeon, it is important that you find a qualified and [more]

What You Should Consider when searching for hip replacement surgeons

Choosing the right hip replacement surgeons shouldn't be taken lightly or left up to chance. When you are looking into hiring a hip placement surgeon [more]

Is Partial Knee Replacement Right for You?

The goal of any knee replacement surgery is to relieve pain and restore function. A full knee replacement is an excellent option for osteoarthritis of [more]

The Singing Hairdresser

“Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound…was blind but now I see.”  As she sings the well-known hymn of redemption, beautician Necole Suttles is opening eyes [more]

Shoulder Surgery Has Pain Free Outcome

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What You Should Consider When Selecting from the Best Knee Surgeons for Your Surgery

Knee surgery can be a huge relief from pain and immobility for many people, and new surgical techniques have made steady advances in the 10 [more]

What is Partial Knee Replacement and is it Right for Your Knee Condition?

As we get older, certain parts of the body can begin to become less efficient. One of the most common areas for adults to have [more]

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Imagine a Life Free From Pain


Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital was established in 1928 to provide healing and compassionate care to visitors and neighbors in lovely rural northern
California community. Today our hospital continues a long tradition of loving service to the area, providing high-tech health care at the Orthopedic Joint Center of
Northern California. The Joint Center facility is accredited by the Joint Commission and is constantly ranked at the top among its peer groups for
quality patient outcomes, patient satisfaction scores and nursing care excellence.

Come experience the "Neighbors Helping Neighbors" difference. Our dedicated staff of the best surgeons, physicians and volunteers work together
to provide compassionate services to our community and guests.

Knee repairs are our specialty, including full knee replacement, partial knee replacement as well as knee resurfacing. Our surgical staff is highly skilled with years of experience in replacing joints other than the knee including hip, shoulder and elbows. Our other services include sports medicine, physical therapy, spine services
and radiology imaging.
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