— A clear, calm path through care

Everything you
need for your visit
& recovery.

Forms, post-op protocols, pre-op checklists, insurance info, and a direct line to the office — gathered in one place so you can focus on getting better.

  • 01 Contact the office
  • 02 Office forms
  • 03 Pre-op checklist
  • 04 Post-op protocols
  • 05 Insurance & billing
  • 06 FAQs

Contact the office.

Reach the office by phone during business hours, or send a secure message and we’ll get back to you within one business day. For medical emergencies, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

Office details

Two locations in Riverside and Corona, serving the broader Inland Empire.

Phone

(951) 296-6676

address

Riverside

4500 Brockton Ave · Ste 204
Riverside, CA 92501

Corona

770 Magnolia Ave · Ste 2J
Corona, CA 92879

Hours

Mon–Fri · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Closed weekends & holidays

After hours

For urgent post-op concerns, call the office line — the answering service will route to the on-call physician.

Send a secure message

For non-urgent questions, refill requests, scheduling, and general inquiries.

Office forms.

Please complete these forms before your first visit and bring them with you, or upload through the patient portal. This helps your appointment start on time and gives Dr. Kadri the full picture before you walk in.

01

New patient registration

REQUIRED · 1ST VISIT

02

Medical & surgical history

REQUIRED · 1ST VISIT

03

HIPAA & privacy authorization

REQUIRED · 1ST VISIT

04

Pain & function questionnaire

RECOMMENDED

05

Records release authorization

AS NEEDED

06

Pre-surgical history & physical

PRE-OP

Pre-op preparation.

A clear timeline of what to expect and what to do in the weeks leading up to surgery. Following this checklist closely is one of the strongest predictors of a smooth recovery.

2–4 weeks before surgery

— Preparation phase

  • Complete history & physical with your primary care doctor or our office
  • Stop blood thinners as directed (aspirin, NSAIDs, fish oil, certain supplements)
  • Optimize blood sugar if diabetic — A1C target reviewed at pre-op visit
  • Stop smoking — even a few weeks of cessation reduces complication risk
  • Begin pre-hab exercises if recommended (handout provided at office)
  • Arrange transportation for surgery day and the first 2 weeks after

The week of surgery

— Final preparation

  • Pack a small bag: loose clothes, toiletries, any home medications, ID & insurance card
  • Set up a recovery zone at home — bed/sofa on main floor if stairs are difficults)
  • Remove tripping hazards: rugs, cords, low furniture along walking paths
  • Stock easy meals and grab-bars / shower seat if recommended
  • Confirm fasting instructions — typically NPO after midnight before surgery
  • Shower with chlorhexidine soap the night before & morning of surgery

You’ll receive a personalized pre-op packet with specific medication instructions, your scheduled arrival time, and a number to call with any last-minute questions. When in doubt, call the office.

Post-op protocols.

A quick summary of what each protocol looks like, plus a downloadable PDF of the full instructions. These supplement — they don’t replace — the in-office discharge instructions you’ll receive after surgery.

PROTOCOL 01

Anterior total hip replacement

Direct anterior approach with no posterior precautions — most patients walk the same day, climb stairs by week one, and return to most activities within four to six weeks.

DAY 0

Walk with assistance, full weight-bearing as tolerated

WEEK 1

Stairs, transition to cane, daily walking program

WEEK 2–4

Off assistive device; return to driving (left hip in an automatic at the early end, right hip toward 4 weeks)

WEEK 4–6

Return to most desk work, light activities, swimming

MONTH 3

Return to golf, hiking, doubles tennis

PROTOCOL 02

Quad-sparing total knee replacement

Muscle-sparing technique that preserves the quadriceps tendon — typically faster strength return and earlier independent mobility than traditional approaches.

DAY 0

Walk with walker, full weight-bearing

WEEK 1

Begin home physical therapy, ROM exercises

WEEK 2–4

Outpatient PT begins, transition to cane

WEEK 4–6

Off assistive device, return to driving

MONTH 3–6

Return to most pre-op activities; continued strength gains through 1 year

PROTOCOL 03

General pre-op instructions

Universal pre-op guidance applicable to most surgical patients — medication management, fasting, hygiene, and what to bring on the day of surgery.

2 WEEKS

Stop blood thinners as directed, complete H&P

1 WEEK

Pack hospital bag, set up recovery zone at home

NIGHT BEFORE

Chlorhexidine shower, NPO after midnight

MORNING OF

Second chlorhexidine shower, take only approved meds with sip of water

PROTOCOL 04

General recovery FAQ

Common recovery questions answered: incision care, swelling, sleep position, when to call the office, and red flags that warrant immediate attention.

DAILY

Walking, ice, elevation, prescribed medications

WEEK 1

Showering OK, keep incision dry until cleared

WEEK 2

First post-op visit, suture/staple removal if applicable

CALL US

Fever > 101.5°F, calf pain, drainage, severe new pain

Driving & activity
trictions.

General timelines after hip or knee replacement. These are starting points — your surgeon’s clearance, your strength return, and any required follow-up imaging take precedence over any timeline.

Driving — right side

— 2–4 weeks (hip) · 4–6 weeks (knee)

Off all narcotic pain medication, able to perform an emergency stop with confidence. Right foot operates the pedals, so right-sided surgery takes longer.

Driving — left side

— 1–2 weeks (hip) · 2–3 weeks (knee)

Automatic transmission only — the left leg isn’t used to drive. Off narcotic medication first. Confirm with your surgeon at follow-up.

Return to desk work

— 2–6 weeks

Most patients return to remote/desk work within 2 weeks; in-office work typically between weeks 4 and 6 depending on commute, side, and procedure.

Walking & low-impact

— Day 0 onward

Walking, stationary cycling, swimming (after incision heals) are encouraged from the start.

Golf, hiking, doubles tennis

— 3 months

Generally cleared at the 3-month visit assuming normal strength and ROM progress.

Running & high-impact

— Discuss individually

High-impact activities are evaluated case-by-case based on implant choice and goals.

Pain management.

A multimodal approach designed to minimize narcotic use while keeping you comfortable enough to walk, sleep, and do physical therapy. Most patients are off opioids within 1–2 weeks.

01

Regional anesthesia

Nerve blocks placed before surgery provide 12–24 hours of localized pain control with minimal grogginess.

02

Scheduled non-narcotics

Acetaminophen and an anti-inflammatory taken on a schedule — your foundation, not as-needed rescue.

03

Short-course opioids

Limited supply for breakthrough pain, especially in the first 5–7 days. Goal is to taper off as soon as possible.

04

Ice, elevation, movement

Non-medication tools that materially reduce pain: cold therapy 4–6× daily, leg elevation, and short, frequent walks.

Insurance & billing.

The office accepts most major insurance plans. Coverage and out-of-pocket costs vary by plan — please call before your visit so we can verify benefits and explain any expected cost-sharing.

Commonly accepted plans

This list is illustrative — the most reliable answer is a quick benefits verification call before your visit. We’ll handle that for you.

CALL (951) 296-6676 TO VERIFY YOUR PLAN

Aetna

In-network

Anthem Blue Cross

In-network

Blue Shield of California

In-network

Cigna

In-network

Health Net

In-network

Medicare

Accepted

UnitedHealthcare

In-network

Workers' Compensation

Accepted

Self-pay & cash-pay options: Available on request. We can provide a written estimate before scheduling so you know what to expect. Personal-injury cases on attorney lien are also accepted — see the Legal Services page.

Frequently asked
questions.

Quick answers to the questions most patients ask in their first visit. If you don’t see yours here, write it down and bring it with you — every visit ends with time set aside for your questions.

How soon will I be walking after surgery?

A subvastus approach — under the quadriceps tendon, not through it. Less pain, faster strength return, and greater range of motion in early recovery.

Will my procedure be inpatient or outpatient?

No. The Mako robotic arm doesn’t operate autonomously. Every motion is controlled by the surgeon. The system enforces the surgical plan — it prevents the kind of small alignment errors that can compound over years — but the operation itself is still surgeon-led from start to finish.

When can I drive again?

No. The Mako robotic arm doesn’t operate autonomously. Every motion is controlled by the surgeon. The system enforces the surgical plan — it prevents the kind of small alignment errors that can compound over years — but the operation itself is still surgeon-led from start to finish.

How long does recovery actually take?

No. The Mako robotic arm doesn’t operate autonomously. Every motion is controlled by the surgeon. The system enforces the surgical plan — it prevents the kind of small alignment errors that can compound over years — but the operation itself is still surgeon-led from start to finish.

Do you take my insurance?

No. The Mako robotic arm doesn’t operate autonomously. Every motion is controlled by the surgeon. The system enforces the surgical plan — it prevents the kind of small alignment errors that can compound over years — but the operation itself is still surgeon-led from start to finish.

What's the difference between robotic, anterior, and quad-sparing?

No. The Mako robotic arm doesn’t operate autonomously. Every motion is controlled by the surgeon. The system enforces the surgical plan — it prevents the kind of small alignment errors that can compound over years — but the operation itself is still surgeon-led from start to finish.

Will I need physical therapy?

No. The Mako robotic arm doesn’t operate autonomously. Every motion is controlled by the surgeon. The system enforces the surgical plan — it prevents the kind of small alignment errors that can compound over years — but the operation itself is still surgeon-led from start to finish.

How long do modern joint replacements last?

No. The Mako robotic arm doesn’t operate autonomously. Every motion is controlled by the surgeon. The system enforces the surgical plan — it prevents the kind of small alignment errors that can compound over years — but the operation itself is still surgeon-led from start to finish.

Patient stories..

Real recoveries from real patients. We share these with permission — and we’d love to share yours, too, when the time comes.