Hip/knee arthritis patients are assessed by an APP, including x-rays and physical exams. Surgical candidates are referred to Dr. Rodriguez-Elizalde.
A surgical consultation with Dr. Rodriguez-Elizalde determines if surgery is right for you, outlines risks/benefits, and plans the procedure. Surgery dates are booked after the appointment due to waitlists. Cancellations require 6 weeks' notice.
The Surgical Pre-Screening Clinic prepares patients for surgery with assessments, education, and pre-op requirements like bloodwork, ECG, and x-rays. An educational app and remote monitoring are recommended.
The pre-assessment clinic advises which medications to continue or stop before surgery. Bring a medication list; some, like blood thinners, must be paused pre-surgery.
Arrive at Humber River Hospital, 2nd floor, Surgical Reception, 1235 Wilson Ave. Drop off at Portal C. Arrange pickup and 48-hour post-surgery care if living alone.
Check in 2 hours before surgery at Humber River Hospital, 2nd floor. Change into a gown, meet a nurse for pre-op prep, and discuss anesthesia. Dr. Rodriguez-Elizalde or team will confirm details, mark the site, and answer questions. A surgical checklist ensures accuracy before sedation and surgery begin.
Please Note: Wait times for a surgical opinion are between 7-8 months after receiving a consult from your family doctor or another orthopedic surgeon.
Please Note: Surgical wait times are currently at 12-16 months from the time of booking once seen by Dr. Rodriguez-Elizalde
We apologize for the delay, but recent news of the Direct Anterior Total Hip Replacement has caused a surge of referrals and surgical bookings. If you currently have surgery booked with another orthopedic surgeon within the next year, please do not cancel it.
We will likely not be able to process your request sooner. We look forward to being able to refer you to more orthopedic surgeons who perform this technique soon.
