On 10 July, Father Muller Medical College Hospital in Mangalore took a significant leap forward in orthopaedic care with the introduction of the STRYKER–USA MAKO SmartRobotics System, a state-of-the-art robotic joint replacement platform. This milestone was marked with a solemn blessing and commissioning ceremony led by Rev. Fr. Faustine Lucas Lobo, Director of Father Muller Charitable Institutions. The acquisition of this world-class technology was made possible under his visionary leadership, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to embracing cutting-edge technology for compassionate patient care. Rev. Fr. Faustine Lucas Lobo invoked God’s blessings upon the new robotic system, praying that it would enable the orthopaedic team to serve humanity by relieving pain and restoring mobility.
Dr. Mrinal Shetty, Professor and Head of the Department of Orthopaedics, welcomed the gathering and expressed his gratitude to the management for approving and procuring the MAKO SmartRobotics System. He noted that this technology represents a transformative step in joint replacement surgery, allowing surgeons to deliver greater precision and improved clinical outcomes. The system, valued at Rupees 6 Crore, offers comprehensive robotic assistance for Total Knee Replacement, Total Hip Replacement, and Partial Knee Replacement. Manufactured by Stryker, USA, the MAKO SmartRobotics System combines advanced robotic technology with patient-specific CT-based three-dimensional surgical planning, enabling surgeons to perform joint replacement procedures with exceptional precision and consistency.
The introduction of this technology places Father Muller Medical College Hospital at the forefront of robotic orthopaedic care, strengthening its position as a centre of excellence in advanced surgical innovation. With the MAKO SmartRobotics System, surgeons can create a personalised surgical plan based on each patient’s unique anatomy, and the robotic arm provides real-time guidance during surgery. This significant achievement is expected to revolutionise joint replacement surgery in the region, providing patients with access to world-class orthopaedic care.
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📰 Source: Mangalorean News