Corpus Christi Medical Center has announced the introduction of a new surgical procedure at Doctors Regional, utilizing a cutting-edge robotic-assisted technology transforming total knee and hip arthroplasty surgery, commonly known as joint replacement surgery.
"Our mission is to deliver the highest quality care with innovation at the forefront," said David Irizarry, CEO of Corpus Christi Medical Center. "The addition of this advanced robotic-assisted surgical system reflects our commitment to investing in technology that improves patient outcomes and enhances the care experience for our community."
Arthroplasty or joint replacement surgery is a procedure where damaged joint parts are removed and replaced with artificial implants to relieve pain and restore function, commonly performed on hips and knees due to conditions from injury and severe arthritis.
The advanced system represents a significant leap forward in orthopedic care, providing physicians with 3D digital modeling customized to each patient’s anatomy for unprecedented precision. It also offers patients the potential for quicker, smoother recovery, helping them regain function and return home sooner.
"Robotic-assisted surgery allows us to perform knee and hip replacements with a level of precision that was not possible before," said Dr. Connor Armstrong, M.D., orthopedic surgeon. "By customizing each procedure to the patient’s anatomy, we can help them recover faster and regain mobility sooner.”
About 790,000 total knee replacements and 544,000 hip replacements are done every year in the U.S. This number continues to grow as the population ages. According to the American College of Rheumatology, total joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable treatments in any area of medicine.