Robert J. Avino, M.D. — Palm Beach County
Patient Resources
This page contains important documents and information for patients preparing for hip or knee replacement surgery with Dr. Avino. Please review all materials relevant to your procedure before your surgery date.
If you have questions about any of these materials, call the office at (561) 694-7776 and ask for Dr. Avino’s team.
Pre-Surgery Documents
Joint replacement packet & medication guide
Post-Operative Instructions
Hip and knee recovery instructions
Questions?
Call (561) 694-7776 and ask for Dr. Avino
Before Your Surgery
Pre-Surgery Documents
Please download and review these documents before your procedure. If you have questions about any of the instructions, contact the office prior to your surgery date.
Pre-Surgery Packet
Joint Replacement Preparation Packet
Your complete pre-surgical preparation guide. Includes what to expect before, during, and immediately after your joint replacement procedure — and how to prepare your home for recovery.
Medication Instructions
How to Take Your Post-Operative Medications
Detailed instructions for taking your prescribed medications after surgery. Includes dosing schedule, timing, and important notes on pain management during your recovery period.
After Your Surgery
Post-Operative Instructions
Download the post-operative instruction sheet specific to your procedure. These instructions cover wound care, activity restrictions, physical therapy expectations, and when to contact the office.
Hip Replacement
Post-Operative Instructions — Hip
Recovery instructions specific to robotic hip replacement. Includes activity guidelines, wound care, weight-bearing instructions, physical therapy expectations, and when to call the office.
Knee Replacement
Post-Operative Instructions — Knee
Recovery instructions specific to robotic knee replacement. Includes swelling management, range-of-motion exercises, weight-bearing guidelines, physical therapy expectations, and when to contact the office.
Post-Surgery
When to Contact the Office
Most post-operative questions and concerns can be addressed by Dr. Avino’s care team during business hours. Please do not hesitate to call if something feels wrong — early communication helps avoid complications.
Increased redness, warmth, or swelling at the incision site
Fever above 101.5°F
Drainage or opening at the incision site
Pain that is not controlled by your prescribed medications
Calf pain, swelling in the leg, or shortness of breath
Contact Information
Reach Dr. Avino’s Team
For post-operative concerns during business hours, call the office directly and ask for Dr. Avino’s care team.
Office Phone
(561) 694-7776
Ask for Dr. Avino’s team when you call. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Additional Resources
Learn more about your procedure and what to expect from surgery through recovery.
Hip Replacement
Learn about robotic hip replacement with the direct anterior approach — including what to expect before, during, and after surgery.
Knee Replacement
Learn about robotic knee replacement using the Mako system — including 3D surgical planning, recovery timelines, and returning to activity.
Patient Stories
Hear from patients who chose Dr. Avino for robotic joint replacement and returned to the activities they enjoy.
Questions About Your Surgery or Recovery?
Dr. Avino’s care team is available to answer questions before and after your procedure. Call the office and ask for Dr. Avino, or send a message using the contact form.