PEOPLE, SOURCES & RESPONSIBILITY
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Your Joint Options helps people explore knee and hip osteoarthritis treatments and prepare for a clinical conversation. JointVoyage is the linked assessment and journey destination.
Charles A. DeCook, MD
Dr. DeCook is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement and a co-founder of Total Joint Specialists. His training includes Rush Medical College, residency at Wake Forest University, and adult reconstruction fellowship training at the Anderson Orthopaedic Research Institute.
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A CONVERSATION WITH A SPECIALIST
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Explore the professional profiles of Charles A. DeCook, MD and the hip and knee surgeons at Total Joint Specialists.
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Medical review
Charles A. DeCook, MD reviewed and approved the published educational content on September 24, 2026. Reviewed pages show his name and the review date. Clinical review considers the educational information; it does not establish a doctor–patient relationship or determine which treatment is right for an individual.
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