| Orthopedics |
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Whenever possible, MultiCare’s orthopedic surgeons perform minimally invasive procedures. These procedures restore function as well as traditional surgery but require smaller incisions and less healing time.At MultiCare, minimally invasive surgeries are an option offered to patients on a case-by-case basis to repair shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees and ankles. Tacoma General, Good Samaritan and Allenmore hospitals offer a full range of options, from simple arthroscopic procedures to the most complex hip, knee and shoulder surgeries, so you can be assured our experts will offer you the option that’s right for you.
Minimally invasive orthopedic surgery offers a number of patient benefits including:
- Smaller incisions and scars
- Shorter hospital stays
- Faster recovery times
- Reduced post-operative pain
- Reduced risk of complications