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Joint Replacement Patient Education PDF Print Course

Medical clearance

Your surgeon will let you know if you need a medical clearance from your family doctor and/or specialist.

  • If needed, schedule an appointment within 30 days of your surgery. 
  • You will be given a surgical clearance form to take to your doctor.
Doctor's hands holding a pen and a clipboard with patient's hands clasped together across from the doctor.
Next: Schedule other exams and procedures