Joint Replacement
At St. Luke’s, our joint replacement team is dedicated to delivering safe, effective, and deeply personalized care for every patient and family we serve. With a multidisciplinary approach that blends clinical excellence and compassionate support, we offer seamless, evidence-based treatment for hip and knee replacements—driven by a commitment to continuous improvement and outstanding outcomes.
If joint pain is limiting your mobility and conservative treatments haven’t helped, you may be a candidate for joint replacement. We’ll work closely with you to determine whether surgery is the right path forward, and if so, we’ll guide you through the process—from preparation to recovery—with a focus on your comfort, confidence, and long-term success.
Our compassionate nurses will be with you every step of the way. Highlights of our nursing care include:
Our physical and occupational therapists are on hand daily to share evidence-based education with you and your coach on successful recovery. You’ll learn:
Why Choose St. Luke's?
Our joint replacement programs in Boise and Meridian have been recognized as Joint Replacement Centers of Excellence by the Joint Commission. While our formal accreditation applies specifically to Boise and Meridian, our entire joint replacement program adheres to the same standards of excellence throughout the health system.
The Joint Commission provides a framework to recognize the highest level of quality in patient outcomes and reduced patient risk through clinically proven evidence-based care.
Total knee replacement is a procedure to replace the damaged knee joint surface with an artificial (prosthetic) knee joint.
Total hip replacement is a surgery to remove damaged cartilage in your hip joint and replace it with an artificial (prosthetic) hip joint.
Our team will help you and your family following surgery. You’ll also have access to exercise and therapeutic equipment to help you gain mobility and independence.
Involving a family member or friend as your “coach” will help you transition more safely to your recovery at home.
Our therapists guide you on safe movements after surgery. We aim to get you home quickly—often the same day or by the next morning.
When it’s time for your hospital discharge, we’ll make sure both you and your coach have a clear understanding of how to continue a safe recovery at home.
