Collaborates with US-headquartered MicroPort Orthopedics
Arete Hospitals, Hyderabad, has become the first medical institution in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to introduce the SkyWalker Orthopedic Robotic System in collaboration with US headquartered MicroPort Orthopedics, for knee replacement surgery, marking a significant milestone in the region’s healthcare landscape. The launch event, was graced by the presence of Telugu Cinema’s King Nagarjuna Akkineni.
“Arete Hospitals has always been committed to integrating innovations that make a real difference for our patients,” said Dr Pavan Kumar Reddy, Medical Director & HOD- Critical Care, Arete Hospitals. “The launch of SkyWalker is another milestone
in our pursuit of clinical excellence at Arete Hospitals, and we are proud to be the first to bring this technology to the twin states. Arete Hospitals is built on the premise of positivity, efficiency, proficiency and advanced medical technology
adoption is at our core,” added Dr Reddy.
Dr Prabhat Reddy Lakkireddi, Director – Orthopaedics Arthroscopy, Sports Injuries, Robotic & Joint Replacement Surgery, Arete Hospitals, Hyderabad, said, “The SkyWalker robotic system gives us real-time data for joint line reconstruction and
ligament balancing, while the NitrX Evolution implant provides remarkable stability and function. We have seen smoother recoveries, better range of motion, and excellent functional outcomes in our initial cases with SkyWalker.”
The SkyWalker Orthopedic Robotic System is designed to work with the NitrX Evolution implant, enabling unparalleled accuracy and sub-millimeter precision in knee joint alignment. This combination provides personalized outcomes, faster
recovery, and longevity.
Dr Mukesh Parmar, Senior Director and General Manager, South Asia, MicroPort Orthopedics, said, “The choice of implant is as critical as the robotic platform itself, because it stays with the patient for life. The NitrX Evolution implant has shown excellent clinical outcomes, and when paired with SkyWalker, it creates a powerful combination that empowers surgeons and delivers customized and consistently favourable patient outcomes. We are excited to launch this system at Arete Hospitals, a centre of excellence in orthopedic care.”
With the introduction of the SkyWalker Orthopaedic Robotic System, Arete Hospitals, Hyderabad, solidifies its position as a premier destination for advanced orthopaedic care in India. This cutting-edge technology, combined with the expertise
of its renowned orthopedic surgeons, empowers it to deliver personalized, precision-driven treatment, transforming lives and redefining the standards of knee replacement surgery in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
