The Orthopedic Center of East Texas
 

The ability to flex, move, walk, and reach makes it possible to participate in activities that make life rich and full with experience.  At the Orthopedic Center of East Texas, the strength to move comes from our circle of care.  We offer the most advanced diagnostics, treatment, and technology with some of the top-rated orthopedic surgeons in the industry.

Specialized Care

• Hip, Knee & Shoulder Joint Replacement
• Repair of Fractured Bones
• Dedicated Orthopedic Team
• Orthopedic Nurse Clinical Coordinator
• Digital Imaging Technology
• Rehabilitation
• Follow-Up
• Continuing Education
• Home Health Services

Guest Services

• Dedicated Orthopedic Center with updated patient suites that feature customized “hip” chairs
• Free Valet Parking (Lufkin Only)
• Curbside Assistance
• Personal Choice Dining (Lufkin Only)
• WiFi-Wireless Internet Connection (Lufkin Only)

Pre-Registration

The Orthopedic Center of East Texas is located within Memorial Medical Center—Lufkin and Memorial Medical Center—Livingston. As you begin your journey to better health, we ask that you schedule an appointment to pre-register for your surgery 1-2 weeks in advance. This will help ensure that your paperwork is expedited in a timely fashion. Additionally, during your pre-registration process, we will give you a brief tour of the facility.

What you need to Pre-Register

• Driver’s license or photo ID
• Social Security Card
• Insurance card
• All of your medications in pharmacy labeled bottles
• Doctor’s orders
• A list of allergies, previous surgeries, and any medical conditions
• A copy of any Advanced Directives, Living Will, Power of Attorney or guardianship papers--if applicable

Arriving at the Hospital

During the physician office visit prior to your procedure, you will be given a packet of information. This is your “Passport to Travel” documents that explain the journey that you are about to embark upon. Included in this packet will be a special name badge that you are encouraged to wear when arriving at the hospital. This “Passport to Travel” badge is recognized by our staff of professionals who will gladly escort/assist you to Admissions.

We also encourage you to take advantage of our free valet parking in Lufkin. Simply drive to the hospital’s main entrance by the water fountain and one of our guest services representatives will safely park your vehicle in our reserved parking area during your visit. In Livingston, we offer curbside assistance. When arriving at your scheduled time, a Memorial patient care technician will greet you and take you to admissions. 

Additional Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions
• What Happens After Hip Surgery
• What Happens After Knee Surgery
• Equipment Needs Following Surgery
• Home Safety Check List

Latest Technique in Hip Replacement Leads to Faster Recovery
At Memorial Health System of East Texas
 

All through life, Patricia Bush experienced occasional problems with her left hip. She never thought much about it until the arthritis pain progressively became worse. Then her hip began slipping out of the socket. When she stood up, she would have to work it around until it popped back into place. That’s when she decided to visit Dr. Roy Guse at Texas Specialist Center and schedule a hip replacement procedure at Memorial Health System of East Texas.

Dr. Guse immediately recognized Bush’s condition. Her left hip socket never totally developed, thus causing problems her entire life. Along with the undeveloped socket, she had no cartilage in the joint, cysts were formed around it and the joint had re-fused. Dr. Guse informed Bush that she was a candidate for the new anterior approach hip replacement procedure using the HANA™ Hip Arthroplasty Table at Memorial Health System of East Texas. Without a doubt, Bush agreed to the anterior approach hip replacement.

The Anterior Approach surgical procedure at Memorial Health System of East Texas allows physicians to replace the hip joint through a small incision on the front of the hip. Unlike traditional hip replacement methods, the anterior approach keeps all muscle tissue attached to the pelvis and femur. Undisturbed muscles result in no surgical trauma and do not need a healing time to recover from surgery. Anterior approach hip replacement patients require a shorter hospital stay and benefit from a faster recovery time.  Read the press release.

Orthopedic Surgery’s Passport to Travel

At Memorial Health System of East Texas

Persuaded by her children, eighty-six year old Melba Landry decided to move closer to her only daughter.  Her energetic spirit and remarkable health gave Landry the confidence to begin the moving process.  Unfortunately during the process, Landry encountered a knee injury.

After consulting with her son-in-law, Dr. Roy Guse an Orthopedic Surgeon at Texas Specialist Center in Lufkin, Ms. Landry decided to proceed with a total knee replacement at Memorial Health System’s Orthopedic Center of East Texas. 

“The nurses and staff at Memorial’s Orthopedic Center treated me like a queen.  They were so friendly, kind and attentive.  I felt very comfortable before the procedure, while recovering and during therapy,” stated Ms. Landry.  “Even though I walked independently without a cane or walker, I didn’t want to leave the hospital.  I give the facility and staff a perfect score and will return to Memorial should I need something in the future.”

Memorial Health System of East Texas is home to the only comprehensive Orthopedic Center in East Texas.  The continuity of care begins in the surgeon’s office, through imaging services, education, surgery, recovery, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation and concludes with Homecare when needed.

“The Orthopedic Center of East Texas has complete comprehensive care.  Patients tell me they totally enjoy the care they receive from pre-operation to the time they leave,” said Dr. Dan Fuentes, Orthopedic Surgeon.  “The patients receive one-on-one nursing care and attention and prompt therapy treatments.”  Read the press release.