Robotic Surgery for Joint Replacements

952 Main Street,Sanford ME 04073

16 July, 2021

Description

Dr. Michael Morwood, of Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, will speak about advances in robotic surgery for hip and knee replacements. In a return to its popular, in person Lunch & Learn series, York Hospital will present "Robotic Surgery for Joint Replacements" with Dr. Michael Morwood on Friday, July 16, 2021. The program takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Goodall Memorial Library, 952 Main Street, Sanford. Dr. Michael Morwood, an orthopaedic surgeon at York Hospital and Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, will discuss common causes for hip and knee pain and the treatment options and advances in robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery that can help you get back to doing what you love. There will be a brief Q & A session following the presentation. If joint pain is keeping you up at night or slowing you down, you won’t want to miss this free event. To reserve your spot, sign up now. Please note that this event is limited to 50 guests and masking is required for all. Additionally, attendees will receive a boxed lunch to take home following the presentation. For more information on Dr. Morwood’s lecture or future community lectures at York Hospital, please contact the Community Relations office at 207-351-2385 or [email protected]. For more information on the hospital’s programs and services, or to schedule an appointment, visit yorkhospital.com or call 207-752-8642. ABOUT THE PRESENTER Dr. Morwood is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in orthopaedic trauma and joint reconstruction/replacement. He earned his BA in physics from the University of Vermont, Burlington, and MD from the University of Vermont College of Medicine. Dr. Morwood completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Duke University, Durham, NC, a fellowship at the Florida Orthopaedic Trauma Institute, Tampa, FL, and an Adult Reconstruction fellowship at the Aaron Hofmann Arthritis Institute in Salt Lake City, UT. His extensive training has made him an expert in robotic total knee replacement, muscle-sparing total knee replacement and anterior total hip replacement. He believes in improving the lives of patients by restoring function through providing exceptional care and using the highest quality evidence-based practices, innovative technologies, and cost-effective strategies. At York Hospital, we are a team of providers and clinicians offering expertise in primary care, wellness & prevention, diagnostics and detection, specialized medicine & surgery,  acute hospitalization and support services, rehabilitation and care at home; and connections to tertiary centers for when your needs become highly specialized.