Nathan Cafferky, MD

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays from Dr. Nathan Cafferky and his family!

Wishing you a season filled with warmth, rest, and time to enjoy the mountain community we are fortunate to call home. Thank you to all of my patients for your trust and partnership throughout the year. It is an honor to help you stay active, moving, and doing what you love.

I hope your holidays are meaningful, restorative, and spent with the people who matter most!

12/18/2025

Getting back to skiing after hip replacement is absolutely possible and often sooner than people expect. In his latest blog, Dr. Nathan Cafferky shares his top tips for a strong and confident return to the mountain including why “the early days back on snow are about confidence, not speed.”

From rebuilding strength and balance to choosing the right gear, these strategies help patients enjoy skiing with power, stability, and peace of mind.

Read the full guide and learn what your path back to the slopes can look like: https://buff.ly/RQDhmHX

12/15/2025

Winter can make staying active difficult, especially if you're managing joint pain or recovering from surgery. In his blog, Dr. Nathan Cafferky shares why movement matters in colder months and offers joint friendly exercises like indoor cycling, swimming, yoga, and safe indoor walking. These simple steps can help reduce stiffness, support recovery, and boost overall well being.

Read Dr. Cafferky’s full winter activity guide:

Winter months can make staying active a challenge, especially for those managing joint issues. However, movement is vital for joint health and total joint recovery, particularly for those who have undergone or are preparing for joint replacement surgeries. Dr. Cafferky, a top hip replacement surgeon

12/10/2025

Dr. Cafferky is using ROSA Knee Robotic-Assisted Surgery to deliver greater precision, faster recovery, and lasting results — helping patients get back to the activities they love.

🔗 Read more:

"The integration of robotic technology, particularly the ROSA Knee System, is revolutionizing how we approach knee replacements, enhancing precision, and improving patient outcomes," said Dr. Nathan Cafferky.

12/09/2025

Posterior vs. Anterior Hip Replacement — What’s the Difference?

Modern techniques like the anterior approach offer faster recovery, less post-op pain, and a quicker return to your favorite activities. In this new guide, Dr. Nathan Cafferky of The Steadman Clinic breaks down how each approach works and which might be right for you.

🔗 Read more: https://buff.ly/iRSafTk

12/04/2025

“From the moment I met Dr. Cafferky, I knew I was in the best possible place to get my hip replaced.”

Stories like Cynthia’s remind us why trust, precision, and compassionate care matter most. Thank you to our patients for choosing Dr. Cafferky and The Steadman Clinic team for your joint replacement care.

https://buff.ly/uTU1Tsw

12/02/2025

Did you know? Most patients can return to skiing after knee replacement surgery, with the right strength, balance, and flexibility training.

Dr. Cafferky shares expert tips to help you get ski-season ready and back to the slopes safely.

🔗

Preparing for ski season after a knee replacement is not only possible—it can be incredibly rewarding with the right approach! By following Dr. Cafferky’s recommended exercises and staying mindful of your knee’s limitations, you can build strength, improve balance, and get back to enjoying the...

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, I want to extend my gratitude to my patients, colleagues, and community.

It’s an honor to help you stay active, healthy, and doing what you love most. Wishing everyone a joyful holiday filled with good health, good company, and plenty of pie!

— Dr. Nathan Cafferky

11/26/2025

Ski season is upon us!

If you’ve had knee replacement surgery, getting back on the slopes takes planning and preparation. Dr. Nathan Cafferky shares how physical therapy, timing, and technique can help you ski safely and confidently post-surgery.

Read more:

Here are a few things to keep in mind as you approach your first ski season post-knee replacement.

11/21/2025

Younger and more active patients have unique goals when it comes to hip replacement, not just pain relief, but long-term performance and durability.

Dr. Cafferky shares how advanced materials like ceramic-on-polyethylene help younger adults stay active for decades after surgery.

🔗 Read more:

When it comes to hip replacement surgery, younger and more active patients have unique needs. The goal isn’t just to alleviate pain but to ensure the replacement lasts for decades while supporting an active lifestyle. Dr. Nathan Cafferky, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and joint replacement ...

11/20/2025

Did you know? Not all knee implants are created equal.

Dr. Nathan Cafferky, joint replacement specialist at The Steadman Clinic, breaks down why ceramic-on-polyethylene knee technology is redefining longevity and performance, especially for active patients who want their implants to last for decades.

🔗 Read more: https://buff.ly/HhLajvd

11/13/2025

After years of pain and a failed partial knee replacement, Wendy Jones turned to Dr. Cafferky for revision surgery, and regained her active life.

At 59, she’s biking, hiking, and living pain-free again 💪

Read her story 👉

Wendy has returned to riding her mountain bike, yoga, walking daily, can get up and down off of the floor with ease, and even hiked part of the Na Pali Coast trail in Kauai just 16 weeks after her revision knee replacement operation. “This was a bucket list experience for me, and I did it virtuall...