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Joan Wheat-Hozack

MD, FRCSC

Orthopedic Surgeon

Hip & Knee

Advanced fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement known for her commitment to patient relationships and modern recovery-focused care.

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Experience:

11 years

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Location:

Vancouver, BC

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Consults:

Virtually & in-person

Speaks:

English

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Treats:

Adults

& kids

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About

Dr. Joan Wheat-Hozack is a highly distinguished, board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over a decade of high-volume clinical experience, serving patients privately in Vancouver, BC.

She has dedicated her career to the surgical management of severe joint degeneration, specializing extensively in total hip and knee arthroplasty (joint replacement). Dr. Wheat-Hozack is widely recognized for her meticulous surgical precision, her commitment to evidence-based rapid recovery protocols, and her straightforward, compassionate approach to patient care. Her primary goal is to eliminate chronic joint pain and seamlessly return patients to the active, independent lifestyles they deserve.

She values building strong patient-physician relationships and prioritizes patient satisfaction through clear communication, thoughtful decision-making, and individualized care.

Clinical Focus & Expertise

  • Total Hip Replacement: Comprehensive surgical reconstruction of the hip joint to treat severe osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and post-traumatic joint damage.
  • Total & Partial Knee Replacement: Precision-guided replacement of the knee joint, focusing on optimal alignment, stability, and longevity of the implant.
  • Osteoarthritis Management: Expert evaluation of joint degeneration to determine the exact right time for surgical intervention.
  • Rapid Recovery & Rehabilitation: Implementation of advanced perioperative pain management and surgical techniques designed to get patients up and walking within hours of their procedure.
  • Mobility Restoration: Dedicated focus on improving biomechanics so patients can return to pain-free daily activities, whether that means walking the dog, golfing, or hiking.

She completed her medical degree at the University of Calgary, followed by an Orthopaedic Surgery residency at the University of Calgary. She then undertook an additional year of advanced fellowship training in Christchurch, New Zealand, gaining extensive experience in trauma surgery, joint replacement (arthroplasty), sports knee surgery, and hand and wrist conditions.

Provider insights

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Advanced training

  • Advanced Fellowship, Trauma & Arthroplasty, Christchurch, New Zealand, 2016

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Training & credentials

  • Orthopedic Surgery Residency, University of Calgary, 2015
  • MD, University of Calgary, 2010
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc), University of Lethbridge, 2007
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Career

  • Orthopedic Surgeon, Specialist Referral Clinic, Vancouver, BC
  • Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, Sturgeon Community Hospital (Alberta Health Services), St. Albert, AB
  • Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Saskatchewan
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Memberships

  • Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)
  • Member, College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia; (CPSBC)
  • Member, College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)
  • Member, Canadian Orthopaedic Association (COA)
  • University of Saskatchewan, Department of Orthopaedics

Sees patients at:

Specialist Referral Clinic

555 West 12th Ave #121

Vancouver BC, V5Z 3X7

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Does Dr. Wheat-Hozack do virtual consults?

Yes. Virtual or in-person consults are available.

Dr. Wheat-Hozack is within my home province, can they provide me surgical services?

Dr. Wheat-Hozack can see patients from across Canada seeking private hip or knee orthopedic care in Vancouver, BC.

What languages does Dr. Wheat-Hozack speak?

English

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Wheat-Hozack?

Patients commonly seek Dr. Wheat-Hozack's expertise because they may be experiencing severe hip or knee arthritis, post-traumatic joint damage, or a torn meniscus, and are considering hip replacement, knee replacement, or meniscal repair. Dr. Wheat-Hozack completed an advanced fellowship in trauma and arthroplasty in Christchurch, New Zealand, and is an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Saskatchewan.

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