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Ask the Expert: Commonwealth Orthopaedics


To ask a question email us at AskTheExpert@c-o-r.com

Welcome to our new Ask the Expert program. This information is intended to be a reference tool to provide you with an opportunity to learn more about total joint replacement. Our featured doctor will answer your question via e-mail or you can review our list of the most frequently asked questions on hip and knee replacement. You can also read stories from real patients who have had the same procedure that you may be contemplating. For more information about Commonwealth Orthopaedics please visit www.c-o-r.com.
To ask a question email us at AskTheExpert@c-o-r.com Born in New York City, Dr. Daniel Weingold became interested in the health care field at a young age as he watched his father practice medicine. Dr. Weingold attended the Landon School in Bethesda, Maryland, and then went on to earn an undergraduate degree at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. He completed his medical degree at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and finished his surgical internship and orthopaedic residency training at George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, DC. With a desire to help people of all ages recover from a wide variety of conditions, Dr. Weingold enjoys a number of orthopaedic specialties. His particular interest areas include sports injuries, arthroscopic and open shoulder surgery, knee arthroscopy and reconstruction, fracture care, and shoulder, hip, and knee joint replacement. In addition to being clinically well-rounded, Dr. Weingold is also fluent in Spanish. [click here] to see Dr. Weingold's bio page.
The topics presented here are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to be a substitute for medical advice and information provided by your health care provider. Any decision you make regarding your health care options should be made after consulting a qualified physician.

People facing joint replacement surgery typically ask the same questions. We have developed a list of FAQ’s for your reference. However, if you have a question that is not covered in the FAQ’s, please e-mail it to askthexpert@c-o-r.com and allow 48 hours for a response. *What is total hip replacement?* A total hip replacement is an operation that removes the arthritic ball of the upper thighbone (femur) as well as damaged cartilage from the hip socket. The ball is replaced with a metal ball that is fixed solidly inside the femur. The socket is replaced with a plastic or metal liner that is usually fixed inside a metal shell. By replacing the diseased and painful surface, the bone-on-bone articular pain is eliminated and allows you to return to an active, healthy lifestyle. More Total Hip Surgery FAQ’s *What is total knee replacement?* The term total knee replacement is misleading since the knee itself is not replaced. The ends of the femur and tibia are shaped and capped with an implant device referred to as a prosthesis. The process is similar to having a crown put on your tooth. A plastic spacer is attached to the prosthesis that creates a smooth cushioning effect much like the original cartilage. By replacing the diseased and painful surface, the bone-on-bone articular pain is eliminated and allows you to return to an active, healthy lifestyle. More Total Knee Surgery FAQ’s	“I always give Commonwealth Orthopaedics favorable references. My doctor is very encouraging and has such a pleasant disposition. I’ve recommended him to friends over and over. I’m a very happy camper. [read more] Carolyn Bilateral Hip and Knee Replacements Alexandria "Surgery was good and I had a great comfort level with Dr. Hartley,” Grzelak recalls of his minimally invasive hip replacement. “There wasn’t much pain and I went home in two days. Within two weeks I was driving, working and riding a stationary bike.” [read more] Brian Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement Reston “The staff at Commonwealth were very professional and did a lot to help me get ready for my surgery. One of the most important was the Commonwealth video that I watched showing how a normal joint functions, what happens when it deteriorates, and what to expect from the surgery.” [read more] Dennis Total Hip Replacement Amissville

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