Joint Recovery is committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centred rehabilitation education for individuals undergoing hip and knee replacement surgery. All Joint Recovery content is developed and reviewed under a structured medical governance framework to ensure accuracy, safety, and clinical relevance.

Clinical Leadership

Joint Recovery was co-founded by Dr Amit Atrey, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and academic clinician (University of Toronto), alongside a multidisciplinary team of physiotherapy and rehabilitation professionals.

Content Development Process

All educational content follows a structured process:

1. Topic selection based on patient needs and clinical relevance
2. Drafting by healthcare professionals or trained medical writers
3. Clinical review by licensed healthcare professionals
4. Patient-centred language refinement
5. Final governance approval before publication

Editorial Principles

Joint Recovery content is:

• Evidence-based
• Patient-focused
• Non-sensational
• Educational in purpose
• Designed to support, not replace, professional care

Scope of Content

Joint Recovery provides educational guidance relating to:

• Hip and knee replacement recovery
• Rehabilitation principles
• Movement confidence
• Patient understanding of recovery stages

We do not provide personalised medical diagnosis or treatment advice.

Disclaimer

Joint Recovery content is intended for educational purposes only and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Individual recovery journeys vary, and patients should always follow the advice of their own surgeon or physiotherapist.

Editorial Review Policy

Joint Recovery is committed to delivering accurate, evidence-based, and patient-centred rehabilitation education.

All content published on Joint Recovery platforms — including website articles, videos, and digital rehabilitation materials — follows a structured editorial review process to ensure clinical integrity, clarity, and safety.

Content Development

Content is developed using:

• Current clinical guidelines
• Peer-reviewed research where applicable
• Established rehabilitation principles
• Patient-centred communication standards

Editorial Review Process

Each piece of content undergoes:

1. Initial drafting by healthcare professionals or trained medical writers
2. Clinical review by licensed healthcare professionals
3. Verification of clinical accuracy and safety
4. Language refinement for patient understanding
5. Final approval prior to publication

Review Standards

Reviewers assess content for:

• Clinical accuracy and educational intent
• Relevance to joint replacement recovery
• Patient safety

Non-sensational language

Updates and Revisions

Content is reviewed periodically and updated when:

• Clinical guidelines change
• New evidence becomes available
• Patient feedback highlights areas for clarification

Transparency

Joint Recovery aims to clearly identify:

• Content reviewers
• Editorial oversight
• Governance structure

This ensures accountability and trust for patients, clinicians, and partners.

Medical Advisory Board

Joint Recovery is supported by a Medical Advisory Board that provides clinical oversight, guidance, and strategic input to ensure the highest standards of patient education and rehabilitation support.

Role of the Advisory Board

The Medical Advisory Board:

• Reviews educational content and clinical direction
• Advises on best practice rehabilitation principles
• Supports alignment with current clinical standards
• Provides guidance on patient safety and ethics
• Contributes to long-term clinical strategy

Board Composition

The Board is composed of professionals with expertise in:

• Orthopaedic and academic medical practice
• Physiotherapy and rehabilitation
• Patient education and engagement

Governance Principles

Board members act independently, ethically, and in the best interest of patient education quality and safety.

Members of Board

Dr Amit Atrey
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon | Academic Clinician, University of Toronto
Co-Founder, Joint Recovery

Angelo Papachristos and Caroline Jones
Physiotherapist | Rehabilitation Specialist

Dr Alison Atrey
Academic Clinician | Education

Bryce Hunter

Digital Education and Technology Expert

Contact and Notice

This Medical Governance Policy was last modified on: Jan 1st, 2026

If you have any questions about these Policies, please contact us at:

Email: support@jointrecovery.com

Phone: 416-544-9291

Mail: 55 Queen St East, Suite 804, Toronto, ON Canada M5C 1R6