Knee Surgery
Being a nurse on the ortho floor, my friends wondered how I could let my colleagues take care of me. I had no second thoughts about having it done at Dartmouth-Hitchcock. My colleagues were all great -- they let me rest when I needed it, and helped me walk and do my exercises. It was a good experience and I would do it again if I needed to.
-Mike Perryman, knee replacement patient
When you experience knee pain, it can keep you from doing the things you enjoy and make everyday life more difficult. Put your trust in a surgeon who has sub-specialty training in treating knee injuries. We have an experienced team of more than 75 orthopaedic surgeons, doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners, with many offering sub-specialized care for knee pain in six locations across New Hampshire.
Latest Treatments and Procedures
We offer a wide variety of treatment options from physical therapy to the newest minimally invasive, muscle-sparing procedures for a shorter recovery time and less pain during recovery, as well as the latest in non-surgical options.
Some of the treatements we offer include:
- Knee arthroscopy
- Knee osteotomy
- Total knee replacement and revision surgery
- Partial knee replacement
- Computer assisted knee replacement (Concord and Keene)
Non-surgical treatments include:
- Medication
- Injections
- Visco supplementation
- Physical therapy
- Supportive devices
- Weight management
- Exercise program
Supporting You Along the Way
Our team is here to give you all of the information you need to make the best decision to fit your lifestyle and your goals.
We offer a joint replacement education program at all of our locations. This free education class, or “joint camp,” is designed for patients to help them learn what to expect before, during and after surgery and how to prepare ahead of time.
After surgery, we offer physical therapy options to give you the best outcome possible. Our nurses are here to answer your questions along the way as well.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please fill out the form to the right or call us at (877) 353-8388.
As a former umpire for the Olympics in Barcelona and an avid golfer, Fred chose not to let knee pain keep him from doing the things he enjoys. Hear how a minimally invasive partial knee replacement offered Fred a faster recovery option and has him successfully walking the entire golf course again.
Related Information
Knee Replacement Guidebook
Watch Patient Stories-
Better Than Before Surgery
Dr. Carr was the right surgeon for me. He described all possible treatment options, talked with me about outcomes and how many ACL surgeries he's performed. I credit Steve Vincente, my physical therapist, in getting me on the road to recovery. His positive energy made all the difference. I am happy to say my knee is not only as good as it was before, it's better.
Hannah Kearney / 2010 Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion freestyle skier -
No Big Deal
The most surprising thing about having a complete hip replacement was that it really wasn't a big deal. I'd say all through the journey, from surgery to recovery, you've got to remember it takes some effort. There is some discomfort, but it was well worth it and I won't hesitate again to have my right one done.
Ted Davis / Total Hip Patient -
What Surprised Me the Most
I didn't know I could do what I can do now and that's what surprised me the most. At my age and with the injuries I had, I thought I was done. Being able to sit straight up is a big deal. Being able to nod my head, twist it side-to-side...that's a really, really big deal. I wasn't able to do those things when I got here.
Derek Hampton / Functional Restoration Program graduate -
Achieving Your Goals
Now I know I can go out and rip turns and feel awesome and feel completely normal again. I felt like the sports medicine department can relate to you...and help you achieve the goals that you want to get back to, and my goals were to get back into ski racing and back to lacrosse, and I've done that thus far.
Gunnar / ACL Repair Surgery
