Southern Bone & Joint Specialists is proud to announce the introduction of advanced outpatient joint replacement procedures at Dothan Surgery Center, located at 1450 Ross Clark Circle, STE 4, Dothan, AL 36301. This groundbreaking offering brings together cutting-edge medical technology with the expertise of seven renowned orthopedic surgeons to provide patients with a more convenient, cost-effective, and potentially safer alternative to traditional inpatient joint replacements. 

Pioneering Surgeons Leading the Way 

The outpatient joint replacement program at Dothan Surgery Center is spearheaded by a team of highly skilled board-certified orthopedic surgeons from Southern Bone & Joint Specialists. These surgeons bring a wealth of experience and expertise to ensure the highest quality of care for patients undergoing joint replacement procedures. 

Benefits of Outpatient Joint Replacement 

Recent studies have shown significant advantages of outpatient joint replacements performed in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) like Dothan Surgery Center: 

• Lower readmission rates.
• Fewer postsurgical complications.
• Reduced costs compared to inpatient procedures.
• Shorter overall length of stay.
• Decreased rates of unplanned admissions. 

Dr. Shea Taylor, a key member of the Southern Bone & Joint Specialists surgical team, emphasizes, “Careful patient selection is critical to improved outcomes in the ASC setting. Our experienced surgeons work closely with each patient to determine if they are good candidates for outpatient joint replacement. Studies indicate that over 70% of patients seeking joint replacement may be eligible for this innovative outpatient approach.”

A Commitment to Patient-Centered Care 

Southern Bone & Joint Specialists’ new outpatient joint replacement program at Dothan Surgery Center represents a significant step forward in orthopedic care for the Dothan community and surrounding areas.  

By offering these procedures in an outpatient setting, patients can benefit from: 

• Faster recovery times. 
• The comfort of recuperating at home. 
• Potentially lower risk of hospital-acquired infections. 
• More personalized care. 

“We are excited to offer this advanced option to our patients,” says Dr. Taylor. “Our goal at Southern Bone & Joint Specialists is to provide the highest quality orthopedic care while improving patient experiences and outcomes. Outpatient joint replacements at Dothan Surgery Center allow us to do just that.” 

For more information about outpatient joint replacement procedures offered by Southern Bone & Joint Specialists at Dothan Surgery Center, please schedule an appointment with one of the joint replacement surgeons.