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Dr. John Frederick Dankert, MD, PHD is a foot and ankle surgeon in Fairfield, CT specializing in foot & ankle surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine. Dr. John Frederick Dankert, MD, PHD is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center, Hartford Healthcare, Integrated Care Partners and Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute.
Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute
Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute
Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
Dr. John Frederick Dankert, MD, PHD graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine. He completed residency at NYU Langone Medical Center. He has a state license in Connecticut.
Medical School: New York University (NYU) School of Medicine
Residency: NYU Langone Medical Center
Licensed In: Connecticut
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Dr. John Dankert is a physician who specializes in foot & ankle surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He is especially interested in fractures (broken bones) and trauma. He seems to honor MultiPlan, Anthem, and ConnectiCare, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Dankert graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine and then he performed his residency at NYU Langone Medical Center. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Hartford Healthcare and St. Vincent's Medical Center. His practice in Shelton, CT is open to new patients as reported by Hartford Healthcare.
