Mahaska Health adds Velys robot for knee replacements

Oskaloosa, Iowa-based Mahaska Health has introduced the Velys Robotic-Assisted Solution to its orthopedic and sports medicine department, according to an Aug. 21 report by The Oskaloosa Herald.

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The robotic system allows surgeons to be more precise during knee replacement procedures and create a custom surgery plan for each patient. 

Using the system can lead to a reduction in post-operative pain and faster recovery times for patients. 

Mahaska Health’s orthopedics department is led by Jon Gehrke, MD, Neil Schwimley, DO, and Nathan Schneider, DO, according to its website.

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