Jonesborough Senior Center Hosts Orthopedics Program

Presentation on knee pain and joint health from local doctor

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Jonesborough Senior Center will host a general orthopedics educational program on February 26, featuring a presentation from Dr. Meredith Neal of Appalachian Orthopedics. The program will focus on knee replacement and reconstruction, common causes of knee discomfort, and potential options for managing knee-related conditions.

Why it matters

The program aims to provide senior center members with practical information related to knee aches and pains that are often associated with aging, helping them better understand and manage these common orthopedic issues.

The details

Dr. Meredith Neal, a joint replacement surgeon and U.S. Navy veteran, will lead the presentation and be available to answer questions from attendees. The event will take place at the Jonesborough Senior Center located at 307 E. Main St.

  • The program will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2026 at 1 p.m.

The players

Meredith Neal, MD

A joint replacement surgeon at Appalachian Orthopedics and a graduate of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque.

Jonesborough Senior Center

A community center located at 307 E. Main St. in Jonesborough that is hosting the orthopedics educational program.

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What’s next

Following the presentation, Dr. Neal will be available to answer questions from attendees.

The takeaway

This educational program at the Jonesborough Senior Center aims to help older adults better understand and manage common orthopedic issues like knee pain, providing them with valuable insights from a local medical expert.