Lompoc Hospital District Foundation will host a free lecture on Hip and Knee Arthritis, 6 p.m. Nov. 20 at Dick DeWees Community and Senior Center. Reservations are not required.
Dr. Justin K. Chang, an orthopedic surgeon who sees patients at Lompoc Health – North H Center, will discuss how he diagnoses patients with knee and hip arthritis, also known as osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in a joint wears away. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, swelling and difficulty moving the joint.
Dr. Chang will discuss types and treatment of arthritis, how to manage arthritis pain, non-operative treatments and injections, minimally-invasive arthroscopy, as well as technological advancements in joint replacement.
Dr. Chang earned his medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston. He specializes in sports medicine and other orthopedic injuries.