What is same day surgery for total joints? It's a surgery that does not require an overnight hospital stay.

What is same day surgery for total joints? It's a surgery that does not require an overnight hospital stay.

Call us today to see if you are eligible for a same day surgery with our orthopedic clinic in Dubuque, IA

At Dubuque Orthopaedic Surgeons, PC our surgeons are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for each patient. They work to properly diagnose and then treat patient's injuries or conditions and are proud to offer same day surgery options.

Same day surgery or outpatient surgery is when a patient comes for a surgical procedure and then the same day, the patient is able to go home. This differs from inpatient surgery, where you are required to spend at least one night in the hospital after a surgery.

Our orthopedic clinic in Dubuque, IA has found success in offering same day surgeries to patients who are good candidates for the following procedures: total knee, total hip, total shoulder, and reverse shoulder.

Same day surgeries are increasing in popularity and based on best practices and client feedback, we have found the following to be advantages of this option:

  • Helps provide patients with less anxiety and reduces disruption to patients' lives
  • Provides a practical, safe, and economical alternative for many individuals who have decided upon low-risk, elective surgery.
  • Reduces risk of hospital acquired infections, and while we are still in the middle of the pandemic, it frees up more patient beds in the hospital.
  • Less cost, making it the more cost-effective option


Call today to see if you are eligible for a same day surgery with our orthopedic surgeons in Dubuque, IA.