What makes Dr. Noelle DiGioia Guthrie with Renaissance Orthopaedics a good neighbor?
Mobility matters at every age. Dr. Noelle DiGioia Guthrie of Renaissance Orthopedics joins us to challenge common misconceptions about joint replacement surgery while sharing her unique journey from college lacrosse player to orthopedic surgeon.
As a Pittsburgh native who returned home after training in Philadelphia, Dr. Noelle brings specialized expertise in knee and hip replacements to her family's practice. She directly addresses the fears many patients have about painful recoveries, especially for knee replacements, explaining how modern pain management approaches and comprehensive patient education have transformed the experience. Perhaps most importantly, she debunks the myth that advanced age disqualifies someone from joint replacement, emphasizing that quality of life should drive these decisions.
What makes Renaissance Orthopedics truly special is its status as a thriving independent practice in an era of healthcare consolidation. This father-daughter practice maintains a personalized approach where patients remain at the center of care decisions. Dr. Noelle speaks candidly about the privilege of joining the practice her father built and continuing its legacy of patient-focused orthopedic care. The smaller practice setting allows for continuity of care that larger institutions often struggle to provide.
Beyond her surgical expertise, we get glimpses of Dr. Noelle's life outside the operating room—raising three young children, enjoying tennis (which draws on skills similar to her lacrosse background), and practicing yoga. Her genuine connection to the Pittsburgh community shines through as she expresses gratitude for being able to serve her hometown.
Ready to reconsider what you know about joint replacement? Connect with Renaissance Orthopedics through their website, social media, or by contacting Dr. Noelle directly at Dr.Noelle@pfcusa.org to learn how improved mobility might change your quality of life.
To learn more about Renaissance Orthopaedics go to:
https://www.pittsburghboneandjoint.com/
Renaissance Orthopaedics and The Bone and Joint Center of Magee Women's Hospital of UPMC
(412)683-7272
