Surgery

Dr. Kelly's surgeries take place on Monday and Wednesday of each week. Once Dr. Kelly has met and consulted with a patient and jointly agreed surgery is the best choice, surgery will be scheduled through Dr. Kelly's nurse. Call Dr. Kelly's nurse, Julie, at (402) 399-8550 if you still need to schedule, or if you have any additional questions about surgery.

Preparing for surgery

1) Make sure your dental exams are up to date.

2) If you have open sores on your legs they must be treated and cleared up before surgery to minimize the chance of infection.

 

Surgery Locations

Dr. Kelly performs surgery at Midwest Surgical Hospital and Bergan Mercy Medical Center. 

 

Day of Surgery

Post Surgery

With partial knee replacement surgery, you should expect the following:

1. 1 to 2 day hospital stay
2. Start walking with a walker and progress to a cane in 1 to 2 weeks
3. Able to bear full weight and do stairs at home
4. Physical therapy 3 times a week for 3 weeks
5. Return to work 3 weeks after surgery

Ask Dr. Kelly about what typical expectations are after surgery if you are considering a total knee replacement as these time frames will differ.

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