Robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery is an alternative to the conventional knee replacement procedure. It is performed using robotic-arm technology that allows your surgeon to precisely perform the surgery achieving improved implant positioning and sizing.
”My goals are to provide compassionate, patient-centered care and to achieve superior outcomes using the most advanced techniques and technology.”
Dr. Smith is a board-certified, Harvard fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in reconstructive surgery of the hip and knee. Dr. Smith has published many articles on hip and knee replacement and trained with renowned orthopedic surgeons.
ROSA® Knee System is a robotic surgical assistant developed by Zimmer Biomet that enables surgeons to carry out knee replacement procedures with greater precision and a higher standard of care during knee replacement surgery. The ROSA robotic system utilizes real-time information and assists surgeons with precise placement of the knee implants based on a person’s unique knee anatomy.
Minimally invasive surgery utilizes small incisions to access the joint. This can be to place a camera (arthroscope) in the joint or to perform joint replacement surgery with limited disruption to the surrounding tissues.
Outpatient or same-day surgery is when a patient goes home on the day of surgery. Advances in anesthesia and refinement of surgical techniques have reduced post-operative pain facilitating early discharge. Additionally, studies have shown that patients that undergo outpatient surgery report an improved surgical experience and fewer hospital-related complications.
The decision to undergo joint replacement surgery or revision joint replacement surgery is consequential. Therefore, getting an independent opinion regarding surgery is often wise, whether that confirms prior decisions or offers alternatives.
