Meriter Classes and Events

Intended for those scheduled for a spinal fusion or decompression. In this 2½-hour session, you will meet with a physical therapist, occupational therapist, discharge planner and nursing staff member. We encourage you bring to this session the person who will be providing you with support after your surgery. Please plan to attend two - four weeks before surgery, if feasible.

If you need an interpreter - Please call 608-417-6173 prior to registering for this class.

Valet service is available Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and attendants will retrieve vehicles until 6:30p.m.

This 3 hour session is for those scheduled for total hip replacement surgery. In this session, you will meet with a physical therapist, occupational therapist, discharge planner and nursing staff member. Please plan to attend two weeks before surgery, if feasible. We encourage you to bring your support person to this class.

If you need an interpreter - Please call 608-417-6173 prior to registering for this class.


Valet service is available Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and attendants will retrieve vehicles until 6:30p.m.

This 2 hour and 45 minute educational session is for those scheduled for Total Knee Replacement surgery. Attendees will meet with a physical therapist, occupational therapist, discharge planner and nursing staff member. Please plan to attend two weeks prior to surgery, if feasible. We encourage you to bring your support person to class.

If you need an interpreter - Please call 608-417-6173 prior to registering for this class.


Valet service is available Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and attendants will retrieve vehicles until 6:30p.m.