Watertown Regional Medical Center Recognized for Excellence in Orthopedic Care by Healthgrades

Dr. Raj Chakravarty and Elizabeth Nelson, PA-C, pose with the surgical team at Watertown Regional Medical Center to celebrate these awards.

Watertown Regional Medical Center recognized with 2 Healthgrades honors, including top distinctions for Total Knee Replacement and Hip Fracture Treatment

Watertown Regional Medical Center (WRMC) has earned two prestigious Five-Star Recipient designations from Healthgrades for outstanding clinical performance in Total Knee Replacement and Hip Fracture Treatment. The recognition places Watertown Regional among the top-performing hospitals in the nation for these two orthopedic services.

Healthgrades evaluates hospitals nationwide based on objective clinical outcomes, including risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates. Its Five-Star designations recognize hospitals that demonstrate superior performance in specific procedures and treatments, helping patients make informed decisions about where to receive care.

"These recognitions reflect the experience and dedication of our orthopedic physicians and the entire care team that supports our patients throughout their treatment and recovery," said Dr. Raj Chakravarty, Medical Director of Orthopedics at Watertown Regional Medical Center. "Whether we're helping someone regain mobility through joint replacement or treating an emergent injury like a hip fracture, our goal is to provide the highest level of care and help patients get back to living their lives."

Watertown Regional Medical Center has continued to expand its orthopedic services through its partnership with Orthopedic & Spine Centers of Wisconsin (OSCW), bringing board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic specialists to the community. The hospital also offers advanced surgical techniques, including robotic-assisted knee replacement, along with a comprehensive approach to care that supports patients from their initial consultation through surgery and rehabilitation.

Beyond joint replacement and fracture care, Watertown Regional Medical Center and OSCW provide a wide range of orthopedic services to help patients address injuries, manage chronic conditions and improve mobility. Services include treatment for conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee and foot, as well as sports medicine and spine care. This comprehensive approach allows patients throughout the region to access specialized orthopedic care close to home.

"Providing high-quality healthcare close to home means continually investing in the people, technology and services our community needs," said Richard Keddington, CEO of Watertown Regional Medical Center. "We are proud of our partnership with OSCW and the expertise it brings to our region. These Healthgrades recognitions are a testament to the commitment of our orthopedic providers, nurses and entire care team to delivering exceptional outcomes for our patients."

Watertown Regional's achievements are based solely on patient outcomes. Unlike rankings based on surveys or reputation, Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance strictly on objective clinical outcomes across more than 30 common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide.

"Finding a hospital that excels in a given procedure or treatment can transform a patient's health trajectory," said Alana Biggers, MD, MPH, medical advisor at Healthgrades. "We're proud to recognize Watertown Regional Medical Center for its top-tier performance in Total Knee Replacement and Hip Fracture Treatment and commend its team for delivering exceptional patient outcomes when it matters most."

To learn more about orthopedic services and to find a provider at Watertown Regional Medical Center, visit WatertownRegional.com or call 920.533.9762.