Tamil Nadu’s First Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery Performed at SIMS Hospital
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(L-R) Dr. P. Suryanarayan, Sr. Vice
President, SIMS, Dr. Vijay C. Bose, Director, Institute of Orthopaedics, SIMS, Patient
Savithri, Actress Mrs. Jyotika Suriya, Shri. Ravi Pachamoothoo, Chairman, SRM
Group,
Legendary Cricketer Mr. Kapil Dev, Dr. Raju Sivasamy, Vice President,
SIMS
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Ravi Pachamoothoo, Chairman, SRM Group,
Legendary Cricketer Mr. Kapil Dev
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Tamil Nadu’s First Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery Performed at SIMS Hospital
First and Only
Robotic Knee Replacement Institute in Tamil Nadu
Chennai, 2nd January 2018: Doctors at SIMS
Hospital this week performed two back-to-back successful Robotic total knee
replacement surgeries, for the first time in Tamil Nadu on 65 years old
patients, both with severe knee pain since over 5 years. These surgeries were
done using the NAVIO PFS Robotic surgical system, the latest advanced generation
Robotic intervention in joint replacement (developed in the USA) and to the
delight of the families, enabled these patients to walk without significant
pain within 4 hours of the surgery itself. The surgery was performed
successfully by the team lead by Dr. Vijay C. Bose, Joint
Director & Senior Consultant, Institute of Orthopedics SIMS Hospital, Dr. Pichai
Suryanarayanan, Sr.V.P, Medical, Joint Director & Senior
Consultant, and Institute of Orthopedics SIMS Hospital. Dr. Ashok Kumar
P.S., Senior Consultant, Department of Advanced Joint Replacement Surgery at
SIMS Hospital. Padma Shri. Kapil Dev, Captain of World Cup Winning Team,
presided over the occasion of formal launch as Chief Guest. Veteran Film Actor.
Mrs. Jyotika Suriya, graced the occasion as Guest of Honour.
“Robotic joint replacement surgery has many
definitive benefits over traditional joint replacement surgery: one being, a
bone conserving technology as it helps in preserving natural anatomy. It
enables the surgeon to operate with enhanced precision even during the most
complex procedures and difficult cases. Enhanced precision and lesser bone
removal lead to less blood loss, painless, faster and better post-operative
outcomes for the patient. “Robotic assisted joint replacement is at a much
higher level with regards to many parameters than traditional joint replacement
surgery”, says Dr. Vijay C. Bose, Joint Director &
Senior Consultant, and Institute of Orthopedics SIMS Hospital.
“The
NAVIO Robotic system reduces the possibilities of human error and ensures
perfect alignment, leading to the longevity of the joint implant. Though this
is a very high-end technology in our hospital, we have chosen to not make it
expensive - so that more patients will be able to benefit from this”, confirms Dr.
Ashok Kumar P.S., Senior Consultant, Department of Advanced Joint Replacement
Surgery at SIMS Hospital.
The
two patients and their families are extremely happy with the outcomes from such
world-class cutting-edge technology, available to them in Tamil Nadu itself.
They were both discharged to get back home within 2-3 days of the joint
replacement surgery and are now undergoing physical rehabilitation to return to
an active lifestyle soon.
Dr.
Bose adds, “SIMS Hospital has always been at the helm of technology it is a
centre of excellence in Orthopedics for patients from all across the world.
Patient safety and outcomes have always been our top priority and we believe
technology helps us in achieving that goal, besides a very warm and friendly team
that works with care and commitment round the clock towards all our patients,
like they are our family. With Robotic joint replacement, we are driving this
differentiated edge ahead and ensuring that we are at par with the world after
the US and we are the only second country in the world to adopt it successfully
after US!”
About SIMS
Hospital:
SIMS Hospital Chennai render 360 degree advanced quaternary
healthcare services with multi-specialty, state-of-the-art multi organ
transplant service. With the finest combination of experience, expertise and
well-coordinated patient centric team
work, every step is aimed at ensuring excellence in patient care. SIMS Hospital
strives to establish trust and excellence, following the footsteps of the SRM Group - a large conglomerate with an
overwhelming presence in multi-discipline
education, medicine, transport industry, hospitality and infotainment.
SIMS Hospital offers advanced wide spectrum of specilty medical care services
as well as enabling cross specialty consultation for unmathced patient
experience.
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