Orthopaedic team at the forefront of robotic treatment

Congratulations to all colleagues in our Orthopaedics Department and the wider hospital, who have celebrated carrying out 4,000 MAKO robotic procedures for patients across Scotland.

The Golden Jubilee University National Hospital is home to one of the largest elective (planned care) orthopaedic centres in Europe as we continue to provide pioneering treatment to support patients waiting for hip and knee replacements.

Consultant Ortho[aedic Surgeon and Clinical Director of Orthopaedics, Fahd Mahmood said : "Completing 4,000 robotic joint replacements is a significant mileston for NHS Golden Jubilee and a testament to the hard work of staff across all elements of the service.

"We are now amongst the leading centres for robotic orthopaedic surgery in Europe. Robotic procedures allow more accurate placement for surgical implants, whilst allowing the surgeon to retain control of the procedure. Ultimately, we hope this will allow us to deliver a better outcome for our patients.

The Orthopaedic Department is part of the National Elective Services (NES) division and has a multidisciplinary approach to care with our consultants, nurses, physiotherapists and occupational therapists all working together for one purpose – the benefit of our patients.

Our pioneering colleagues have continued at a rapid pace to provide the highest possible standard of care as, compared to non-robotic surgery, NHS Golden Jubilee patients are benefitting from greater implant accuracy, as well as potentially reduced soft tissue damage and blood loss.

Robotic surgery has the potential to have significant long-term benefits to patients and the NHS as a whole, by reducing the likelihood of patients requiring repeat joint replacements in later life, with the aim of saving millions for NHS Scotland in future years.