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An Afternoon of Arthroplasty: A Free Public Forum on Hips, Knees and Shoulders

February 24, 2010

VICTORIA – The Vancouver Island Health Authority, the Canadian Orthopaedic Nurses Association and Victoria Orthopaedic Surgeons are proud to present the 2nd annual Afternoon of Arthroplasty – a free public forum where leading health experts will discuss options for preventing and treating worn out hips, knees and shoulders.

Experts will share information on a wide range of topics, from maintaining bone health and managing arthritis to a patient’s journey from consult to rehabilitation. The forum will also feature exhibits of locally available services and supports.

Patients on Vancouver Island who need a hip or knee replacement now have better access to these procedures as wait times have continued to decrease, particularly over the past year.

Date:      Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Location: Delta Oceanpoint Hotel, in the Ballroom
Time:      Exhibits open 12:30pm, Presentations 1 - 4:30pm

Light refreshments will be available.

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For more information, contact:
VIHA’s Joint Replacement Clinic
Phone: 250-519-5280
E-mail: rjh_jrc@viha.ca