It's Here! Total Knee Replacement with Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery

July 25, 2018
Total Knee Replacement with Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery

Doctors Hospital is pleased to offer this less invasive, advanced procedure for patients suffering with osteoarthritis of the knee.

Osteoarthritis affects the cartilage in joints and can cause pain, stiffness, swelling and a limited range of motion in the knees. If non-medical treatments or medications are no longer effective, a doctor may recommend a partial or full knee replacement procedure, especially if the symptoms of osteoarthritis are diminishing a patient’s quality of life. The surgeons and orthopedic team at Doctors Hospital have been performing robotic-assisted knee resurfacing, a partial joint replacement procedure, and now are also offering Mako Total Knee replacement.

During a knee replacement procedure, the surgeon removes damaged cartilage and bone from the surface of the knee while replacing them with artificial implants to provide relief from the pain and inflammation of osteoarthritis. Even for patients who have had a partial knee replacement, if joint pain persists, a full knee replacement procedure could be an option.

The Mako system allows doctors to create a virtual 3D model of the knee and to design a surgical plan customized to each individual. This virtual model is then utilized in the operating room for precise bone cuts and accurate positioning of the implants. Implant positioning is the key for better outcomes. Because of the minimally invasive nature of the Mako Total Knee replacement procedure, patients can potentially benefit from decreased blood loss, faster recovery and a shorter hospital stay.

Meet the surgical team

  • Jason G. DeFrancis, MD
  • Anish G. Potty, MD
  • Arie Salzman, MD
  • Roman Soriano, MD, MSc

Learn more about Mako Total Knee Replacement >

* Individual results may vary. There are risks associated with any knee or hip surgical procedure, including Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery. Talk with your doctor about these risks to find out if a Mako procedure is right for you.