OFC’s OrthoEdge collaboration receives top Healthgrades recognition
Healthgrades Names River’s Edge Hospital #1 for Orthopedic Surgery and Total Joint Replacement. River’s Edge Hospital and the Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic in Mankato work together in an orthopedic program called OrthoEdge. The program has grown to be a leading orthopedic program in Southern Minnesota.
St. Peter, MN – October 22, 2024 – River’s Edge Hospital announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. River’s Edge Hospital was ranked #1 in Orthopedic Surgery and Total Joint Replacement. These achievements place River’s Edge Hospital in the upper echelon of hospitals for specialty care nationwide and reflect the organization’s commitment to delivering exceptional care year after year.
In addition, River’s Edge Hospital has also achieved America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery and Total Joint Replacement.
“Since the inception of OrthoEdge, a combined partnership between the Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic and River’s Edge Hospital, we have strived to provide the highest level of care in all aspects of total joint replacement,” said Dr. Kyle Swanson, orthopedic surgeon at OFC and Chief of Staff at River’s Edge Hospital. “By becoming a highly specialized center directed at hip and knee replacement we have been able to analyze all aspects of the procedure and care directed to the patient to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction. We have performed over 6,000 procedures. Our results, patient testimonials and reviews speak for themselves. This is the place to get the very best hip and knee replacement.”
Dr. Kyle Swanson, orthopedic surgeon at OFC and Chief of Staff at River’s Edge Hospital
“It is again an honor to receive this recognition from Healthgrades and it speaks directly to the quality of care that’s provided to patients choosing to receive care at River’s Edge,” said Paula Meskan, CEO. “Over the past ten years, the OrthoEdge program has studied and embraced best practices in orthopedic care, instituted changes in pain management practices, and implemented strategies to improve patient safety and satisfaction. It is a privilege to be able to work with all members of the healthcare teams from River’s Edge and the Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic to provide the best orthopedic services to our patients.”