Robotic and Computer Assisted Arthroplasty Surgery: The New Conventional Instrumentation (CAOS Revalidation) - Introduction

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In this engaging presentation, Dinesh Nathwani, the current president of CAOS UK, welcomes an enthusiastic audience to a session on the advancements in robotics within orthopedic surgery. He reflects on the evolution of the CAOS UK society, which has been pivotal in promoting robotics in surgery since its inception in the early 2000s. Nathwani shares his background and enthusiasm for the Cori robotic system, emphasizing the importance of adapting modern techniques in a field that has seen little change over the past 35 years.



The session features a stellar lineup of speakers who will provide insights and technical demonstrations on various robotic systems used in knee and hip replacements, such as the CORI, MAKO, ROSA, and VELYS robots. Nathwani highlights that the integration of these robotic systems will drastically change the approach to knee and hip surgeries, making them more precise and personalized, much to the demand of patients who are beginning to seek out robotic-assisted procedures.



He mentions the significant successes seen in countries like Australia, where nearly half of the orthopedic surgeons are utilizing navigation and robotics technology, compared to just 4% in the UK. Nathwani emphasizes the need for surgeons to be well-trained in these new technologies to ensure better patient outcomes. He discusses the concept of personalized surgery using advanced alignment techniques, underscoring that each surgery can be tailored to the unique anatomy of the patient.



As he wraps up his talk, Nathwani encourages surgeons to join the CAOS UK society to further foster growth and training in robotic surgery, emphasizing the importance of advancing technology in a responsible manner. He urges attendees to visit the CAOS UK website to become members, engage in fellowship programs, and support the future of robotic surgery.

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