Welcome back to a special episode of QRATED, brought to you by UM Specialist Centre (UMSC)! In Part 1, we talked about the unseen preparations for surgery. Now, we're joined again by Prof. Dr. Azlina Amir Abbas, a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Nahar Azmi Mohamed, a Consultant Sports Physician They'll guide us through the post-operative journey, focusing on recovery after major procedures like joint replacements.What You'll Learn:The Decision to Operate: Understand the key factors a patient must consider before a joint replacement, including the severity of their pain and how it impacts their quality of life. Our experts explain why a bad-looking X-ray doesn't always mean you need surgery and why the patient's mindset is the most important factor.The Reality of Post-Op Pain: Our doctors provide a realistic look at the post-surgery journey, acknowledging that the first few weeks can be very painful. However, with the right pain management and a dedicated physiotherapy team, patients can begin their recovery immediately.The Path to Normalcy: Discover that with the right discipline and a personalized recovery plan, patients can return to their daily routines, hobbies like golf or hiking, and live an active, pain-free life.Age vs. Recovery: Our experts debunk the myth that age is a barrier to recovery. They share an inspiring story of a 99-year-old patient who was back to her active lifestyle, proving that physical quality is what truly matters.The Value of CPET Testing: Learn about the wider value of the Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET), which helps assess a patient's readiness for surgery across various specialties, including colorectal and vascular surgery.Holistic Care & Teamwork: Understand how UMSC’s multidisciplinary model ensures patients receive holistic care—from orthopedic and sports medicine experts to dietitians and physiotherapists—all working together under one roof.The Power of Robotics: Prof. Dr. Azlina Amir Abbas explains how robotic-assisted surgery is enhancing precision in joint replacements, leading to less pain and a faster recovery for patients.The Gift of Mobility: Hear heartwarming stories that show the emotional impact of a successful surgery, where patients who were once wheelchair-bound can stand and walk again, regaining their independence and quality of life.This episode shows that surgery isn't the end of a health journey, but a new beginning. With a great team and a determined spirit, a life free from pain is within reach.This episode goes beyond the medical details to offer support, knowledge, and hope. It is a testament to the resilience of cancer survivors and the compassionate care provided by experts like our guests.UM Specialist Centre is Malaysia's premier quaternary hospital, offering rare, complex, and next-level care with a team of trusted super-consultants, advanced technology, and research-backed treatments.