Use these patient education resources to extend your care experience at Duke.

• Pre-Admission Information for Joint Replacement
  Pre-admission nursing instructions for patients having total joint replacement surgery. Includes things to bring, things to leave at home, information on your caregiver team and visitation.
• Dental Antibiotic Recommendations for Joint Replacement
  Dental antibiotic recommendations for patients who have undergone total joint replacement surgery.
• Pain Management Related to Total Joint Replacement
  Information about managing pain after joint replacement surgery, including opiod side effects.
• Discharge Instructions for Total Joint Surgery
  Information to help you plan for your discharge after total joint replacement surgery, including leaving the hospital, suture removal, and rehabilitation options.