The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in Birmingham is the first NHS hospital in the country to introduce robotic-arm assisted surgery.
The hospital, home to one of the largest and most respected specialist orthopaedic surgery units in Europe, has confirmed it has invested in new robotic-arm assisted hip replacement technology.
The advanced Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery transforms the way joint replacement surgery is performed, enabling the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital’s team of highly-trained surgeons to operate with even more accuracy.
Professor Edward Davis, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, said: “With this technology we can provide each patient with a personalised surgical experience based on their specific diagnosis and anatomy.
“Using a virtual 3D model, Mako allows surgeons to create each patient’s surgical plan pre-operatively. During surgery, we can validate that plan and make any necessary adjustments while guiding the robotic-arm to execute that plan.
“It’s exciting to be able to offer this transformative technology to in our newly created Woodlands Suite offering state-of-the-art care to patients at every step of their journey through the process from planning to post-operative recuperation and care.”
One of the first people to undergo the procedure at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital is Margaret Parkes, who is in her 70s and lives in Halesowen. She said: ‘I’m so pleased with how my hip replacement went. It’s only been 24 hours since the procedure and I’ve already walked and even been up and down the stairs. I can’t believe how little pain there is.
“Professor Davis and the whole theatre team were a great support and allayed any fears I had beforehand. The Mako robotic arm technology the surgeons use is truly fascinating. I would totally recommend this surgery to anyone.”
Professor Davis said: “We are proud to be the first NHS hospital to offer this highly advanced robotic technology in the UK.
“The addition of Mako to our orthopaedic service line further demonstrates our commitment to provide the community of Birmingham, the West Midlands and beyond with outstanding healthcare.”
