Orthopedic Patient Resources | Foot or Ankle | MedStar Health

These interactive learning tools contain important information you will need to know before your hip, knee, or shoulder replacement, spine surgery, or foot and ankle surgery.

Please take the time to review these educational materials before your procedure. Your level of preparation before surgery can greatly improve your recovery.

Your MedStar Health Orthopedic Team

 

For foot or ankle surgery at a MedStar Health hospital

Cover - Foot and Ankle Surgery guidebook

These resources are designed for patients preparing to undergo foot or ankle surgery at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital.

The patient guidebook will help you towards a successful recovery. It includes important information on how to best prepare for your surgery, so you can return to your normal activities as quickly and safely as possible. 

Please remember that this is just a guide, and your healthcare team may modify some of the instructions presented here. Always follow their recommendations first and ask question if you are unsure of any information.

Download the patient guidebook

Pre-Surgery Videos - Hospital

  • For patients having surgery in a hospital

  • Moving around after foot or ankle surgery

 

 

For foot or ankle surgery at a MedStar Health surgery center

Cover - Foot and Ankle Surgery guidebook

These resources are designed for patients preparing to undergo total foot or ankle surgery at an ASC (Ambulatory Surgery Center). Please note that while only Timonium is mentioned in the video, the medical information applies to Annapolis as well.

The patient guidebook will help you towards a successful recovery. It includes important information on how to best prepare for your surgery, so you can return to your normal activities as quickly and safely as possible. 

Please remember that this is just a guide, and your healthcare team may modify some of the instructions presented here. Always follow their recommendations first and ask question if you are unsure of any information.

Download the patient guidebook

Pre-Surgery Videos - Surgery Center

  • For patients having surgery at a surgery center

  • Moving around after foot or ankle surgery