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MMHS OB staff selected to appear in national health care video on unit safety ...more

Dr. Chartier joins MMHS Family Practice - Newport ...more

MMHS' IT Department ranked as Top 10 in the nation ...more

Mercy Memorial Hospital System Earns Distinction as a 2011 Top Workplace ...more

MMHS announces CNO, Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services ...more

focus on: Total Joint

Disease, injury and the aging process may produce wear and tear on joints and cartilage. When this happens, worn cartilage may no longer serves as a cushion. Damage to weight bearing surfaces such as hip and knee joints may lead to pain, stiffness and weakness; limiting the ability to walk, climb and perform activities of daily living. When pain does not respond to conservative care (anti-inflammatory medication, injections or physical therapy) joint replacement surgery may be recommended. ...Total Joint Program