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The Problem
You’ve been told you’re not ready for surgery. Now what?
This can lead to:
- No clear next step
- Health risks need to be addressed
- Surgery may be delayed
The Center for Clinical Optimization at University Orthopedics provides the path forward.
How it Works
Your Path Forward
We work alongside your care team to prepare you for the best possible outcome.
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Referral
From your orthopedic provider -
Evaluation
Comprehensive assessment -
Personalized Plan
Target Optimization -
Ongoing Support
Follow-Up and Guidance -
Moving Forward
Proceed to surgery or continue care based on your goals
What we Do
How we Help you get There
We focus on improving the key health factors that impact surgical success:
Weight Management
(including GLP-1 therapies)
Blood Sugar Control
Help manage diabetes
Smoking Cessation Support
Resources to help quit tobacco
Nutritional Optimization
Develop dietary plans to fit your lifestyle
Anemia Correction
Treating the underlying causes
Strength and & Fitness
Strength & frailty assessments
Ready to take the next step?
Ask your provider about a referral or contact us directly.
Why Optimization Matters
Taking time to improve your health can:
- Improve surgical eligibility
- Reduce complications
- Enhance recovery
- Improves overall health and quality of life
Your Path may Look Different
Every patient’s journey is unique.
- For some, optimization leads to safer surgery
- For others, health improves without surgery
Our goal is to help you move forward—safely and confidently.
PROGRAM PROVIDERS
Kettle Point
1 Kettle Point Avenue
East Providence, RI 02914
Hand & Physical Therapy on Location
East Greenwich
1598 South County Trail, Suite 101
East Greenwich, RI 02818
Hand & Physical Therapy on Location
Dudley Street
2 Dudley Street, Suite 200
Providence, Rhode Island 02905
Hand & Physical Therapy on Location
University Orthopedics in Providence, Rhode Island, is a regional referral center for patients with back and neck pain, joint pain, sports medicine problems, shoulder pain, hand problems, hip and knee pain, and foot and ankle injury. University Orthopedics utilizes fellowship-trained, sub-specialized physicians to treat a variety of orthopedic problems.
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