Thursday, May 10th, 2012, 7- 9 pm

Juliets Caf
1905 Cornwall Avenue, Vancouver (just west of Burrard Bridge)

Please RSVP: 604 - 871- 4580 (Seating is limited)

ecarruthers@arthritisresearch.ca

Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery and Rehabilitation in BC: The Best Place on Earth?
Hip and knee replacement surgeries are on the rise in Canada - in part due to our aging population and increased prevalence of osteoarthritis. In BC, about 12,000 persons undergo one of these elective surgeries each year, each with differing expectations and experiences along the surgical continuum. This Caf will stimulate conversation on hip and knee replacement surgery and how to optimize rehabilitation and physical recovery. Join us for lively discussion, debate and refreshments.

Experts:
Dr. Ramin Mehin
Orthopaedic Surgeon Fraser Health Authority

Dr. Marie Westby Hon Pat Carney PC, CM Ms. Pamela Fayerman
Physical Therapist Mary Pack Arthritis Centre Arthritis Advocate Arthritis Research Centre of Canada Health Issues Journalist Vancouver Sun

Moderator:
Dr. Catherine Backman
Professor & Head, Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy University of British Columbia

Hosted by the Arthritis Research Centre of Canada