Pre-Op Resources and Handouts
Thank you for choosing Hoag Orthopedic Institute for your surgical needs. Our world class, fellowship trained orthopedic and spine surgeons and specialty trained staff are skilled at supporting you on your path to get you "Back to You," including preparing you for surgery. We are proudly founded by our premier physicians in partnership with Hoag.
Choose Your Specific Surgery Below
The following resources are developed to help prepare you for your upcoming surgery at Hoag Orthopedic Institute. Please select your specific surgery from the links below and be sure to review the link titled "Additional Resources for ALL Patients."
Spine Surgery Pre-Op Resources
Total Shoulder Replacement Resources
Pre-Op Hip & Knee Classes - Resources & Handouts
Pre-Op Hip & Knee Classes
Patients scheduled for or who are having hip or knee replacement surgery should register below for the Zoom class to prepare for surgery. Classes are for patients and their caregivers but you only need to register the patient once.
Register for Hip and Knee Replacement ZOOM Class
Pre-Op Hip & Knee Handouts
- Joint Replacement Education Guide
- Pre-Op Exercises for Hip & Knee Surgery
- Day of Surgery Handout
- FAQ - Post-operative Hip & Knee Replacement
Functional Mobility Video
Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class Resources & Handouts
Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class
The purpose of the Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class is to prepare the patient for hospitalization. The video and handouts include preparations for home, personal daily goals during your hospital stay, the role for physical therapy intervention and answer any questions or concerns.
Register for Spine Pre-Op Class
Spine Surgery Orientation Class Handouts
Cervical Spine Post-Op Reference
Getting Around After Spine Surgery Video
How to Change Your Spine Dressing
Total Shoulder Replacement & Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement Class Resources & Handouts
Total Shoulder Replacement & Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement Class
This is a pre-op education class for patients scheduled for or who are planning to have total shoulder replacement surgery, reverse total shoulder replacement surgery, or rotator cuff repair surgery at Hoag Orthopedic Institute. Classes are for patients and caregivers.
Register for Shoulder Surgery Pre-Op Class
Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery Pre-Op Handouts
- Shoulder Surgery Guide
- Shoulder Class Presentation
- Shoulder Brace - How to Put it On
- Shoulder Brace - How to Take it Off





