SILVERDALE — The Orthopaedic Center at Harrison Medical Center celebrated one year of operation on Sept. 16.

With the opening of the center in 2013, a new era of orthopaedic care began on the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas. The center is a unique collaboration between our physicians and staff. The facility was designed and constructed to meet the unique needs of orthopaedic patients.

The center will host free orthopaedic health talks and provide tours, introduce staff and surgeons, and help those considering joint replacement or spinal surgery.

Upcoming free health talks are scheduled at:

• Hip/Knee Replacement: Oct. 22 and Dec. 10, 6-7 pm, The Orthopaedic Center at Harrison Silverdale

• Ankle Replacement: Oct. 8, 6-7 pm, The Orthopaedic Center at Harrison Silverdale

To register, call 866-844-WELL.