Orthopedic surgeon to discuss new hip surgery

HANFORD - Orthopedic surgeon V. Randy Bernabe, D.O., will discuss a new type of hip replacement surgery available in Hanford at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25, in the BEC Auditorium at Hanford Community Medical Center, 1100 W. Lacey Blvd.

The minimally invasive anterior approach to hip replacement leads to much less blood loss and pain and much faster rehabilitation, said Dr. Bernabe, who is board-certified in orthopedic surgery. "I've had patients walking within hours of their surgery. This procedure is so much better for most patients than the full surgery."

The presentation is free, and reservations are not required. For more information about joint surgery or the presentation, please call Advanced Orthopedics at (559) 589-6294 or visit www.AdvancedOrthopedicsHanford.com.

(Feb. 4, 2007)