The milestone case was a knee replacement completed by Douglas VanderBrook, MD, Geisinger said in an April 5 news release.
“The precision of a robotic joint replacement requires less soft tissue dissection, often resulting in a more cosmetic scar and less postoperative swelling,” Dr. VanderBrook said in the relase. “It is one of the most significant advances in the field of joint replacement in history.”
Mako is designed for total knee, total hip and partial knee replacements. It has preoperative planning toold and assists surgeons in the operating room.
At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.
