Surgery at UConn Health
Outpatient Procedures
Many cases can now be treated through same-day surgical procedures at the UConn Health Surgery Center. Located within the UConn Musculoskeletal Institute in Farmington, CT, the surgery center is a state-of-the-art facility that is specially designed for same-day surgery. With fully-equipped operating rooms and postoperative patient care areas, our team of skilled nurses, surgical assistants, anesthesiologists, and surgeons benefit provide superb surgical care and get you back to life faster.
If you're having a procedure in the UConn Health Surgery Center, watch this video for a patient perspective on what you can expect during your visit with us.
When Your Care Includes a Hospital Stay
For cases requiring overnight care like joint replacement surgery, you will stay in UConn’s John Dempsey Hospital. Our new, state-of-the-art hospital tower opened in 2016 and has dedicated space for orthopedic patients on the fifth floor. There are 28 private rooms, a specialized gym, and rehab room. The staff on the floor, including nurses, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, and hospitalists, are specially trained in orthopedic care. We offer room service-type dining, free Wi-Fi, and many other services during your stay.
Here's a peek at what you can expect during your stay with us – all from a patient's perspective.