Oswego Health, the Only Outpatient Surgery Center in Oswego County Continue to Perform Successful Robotics-Assisted Knee Arthroplasty Using the NAVIO Surgical System™

Oswego Health, the Only Outpatient Surgery Center in Oswego County Continue to Perform Successful Robotics-Assisted Knee Arthroplasty Using the NAVIO Surgical System™

(Oswego, NY – September 30, 2020) The orthopedic surgeons from the Center for Orthopedic Care at Oswego Health continue to be the only surgeons in Oswego County to bring robotically-assisted knee arthroplasty to the surgery center. In less than twelve months, a total of 24 knee arthoplasties with the assistance of the NAVIO™ Surgical System have been performed.

The NAVIO™ Surgical System incorporates hand-held robotics and 3D images of the patient’s knee. This allows the surgeon to collect patient-specific information, establish spatial boundaries for the surgical instrument, and allow for more accuracy removing the damaged surfaces of the knee.

The system assists with properly balancing the ligaments of the joint and accurately positioning the implant leading to potentially better outcomes and longevity. Unlike other robotics systems, patients are not required to undergo a pre-operative CT-scan with the NAVIO™ Surgical System from Smith & Nephew.

“I am proud to share that our orthopedic team is stronger than ever before as we’ve successfully recruited the best providers to expand access to care for Oswego County,” stated Chief Medical Officer, Duane Tull, MD. “There’s no longer a reason to travel far for the orthopedic care your patients need, especially when there are same day appointments available at Oswego Health and we’ve got state-of-the-art technology.”

For more information about the Center for Orthopedic Care at Oswego Health and the NAVIO™ Surgical System call 315-349-5558 or visit https://www.oswegohealth.org/ortho/.

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About Oswego Health:
The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. As a not-for-profit healthcare system that was established in 1881, Oswego Health is proud to continue to be one of Oswego County’s largest employers. More than 1,200 employees work for the Oswego Health system, which includes the 164-bed community Oswego Hospital, a 28-bed psych acute-care facility with multiple outpatient behavioral health service locations, The Manor at Seneca Hill, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, and Springside at Seneca Hill, a retirement community. Oswego Health also has Health Services Centers located throughout Oswego County.For more information about Oswego Health, please visit our website  www.oswegohealth.org.

About Smith & Nephew

Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology business dedicated to helping healthcare professionals improve people's lives. With leadership positions in Orthopaedic Reconstruction, Advanced Wound Management, Sports Medicine and Trauma & Extremities, Smith & Nephew has around 15,000 employees and a presence in more than 100 countries. Annual sales in 2017 were almost $4.8 billion. Smith & Nephew is a member of the FTSE100 (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN). For more information about Smith & Nephew, please visit our website www.smith-nephew.com, follow @SmithNephewplc on Twitter or visit SmithNephewplc on Facebook.com.

Individual results may vary. The NAVIO system is not for everyone. Children, pregnant women, patients who have mental or neuromuscular disorders that do not allow control of the knee joint, and morbidly obese patients should not undergo a NAVIO procedure. Knee replacement surgery is intended to relieve knee pain and improve knee functions. However, implants may not produce the same feel or function as your original knee. There are potential risks with knee replacement surgery such as loosening, fracture, dislocation, wear and infection that may result in the need for additional surgery. Longevity of implants depends on many factors, such as types of activities and weight. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Consult your physician for details to determine if NAVIO robotics-assisted procedure is right for you.

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