Mr Rethnam Hip and Knee Solutions

Your Path to Pain-Free Movement: The Patient Journey

We understand that the decision to undergo hip or knee surgery is significant. My team and I ensure that from your first inquiry in Newport to your first post-operative steps, you are supported by world-class expertise and clear communication.

1. The Digital Doorway (Initial Inquiry)

Your journey begins the moment you reach out through this website or St Joseph’s hospital.

  • The Experience: No long waiting lists. You will receive a response within 24 hours to schedule your initial consultation.
  • Self-Pay Clarity: If you are self-funding, we provide a transparent, all-inclusive price guide upfront—no hidden hospital or anaesthetic fees.

2. The Specialist Consultation

We meet at my outpatient clinic at St Joseph’s hospital for a comprehensive assessment.

  • The Assessment: We discuss your lifestyle goals, perform a physical examination, and review your imaging (X-rays/MRI).
  • Shared Decision Making: We explore all options. If surgery is required, I utilize 3D planning software to show you exactly how your new joint will be positioned for optimal biomechanics.

3. Pre-Operative Precision

Once you decide to proceed, the focus shifts to preparation.

  • The Pre-operative assessment: You will be seen by our specialist nurses and if needed, anaesthetic consultants to assess your fitness for joint replacement surgery.
  • Robotic Mapping: For robotic-assisted cases, a specialized CT scan is used to create a digital “twin” of your joint, allowing me to map your surgery with sub-millimetre precision before we even enter the theatre.

4. Day of Surgery: Inpatient ward

On the day of your procedure, you are our sole focus.

  • Safety & Comfort: You’ll be greeted by my dedicated anaesthetic and nursing team.
  • Advanced Techniques: Using minimally invasive approaches and “Enhanced Recovery” protocols, we minimize tissue trauma to ensure the fastest possible return to function.

5. Your First Steps (Within Hours)

The “Patient Journey” doesn’t end in the recovery room; it accelerates there.

  • Mobilisation: In most cases, under the guidance of our specialist physiotherapists, you will take your first steps within 4-6 hours of your surgery.
  • The Milestone: Regaining independence starts on Day 0. We focus on pain management and confidence-building so you can safely return home—often the very next day.