Bryan Medical Center Performs First VELYS Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery
Bryan Medical Center continues to be the leader in offering patients new and innovative robotic surgery care, performing its first VELYS Robotic-Assisted knee replacement surgery at Bryan West Campus.
Dr. Brad Webb, orthopedic surgeon at Nebraska Orthopaedic Center, performed the first total knee replacement at Bryan Medical Center using the VELYS Solution on Wednesday, Dec. 17. His first patient was Sue Henjes, 54, of Gretna. The surgery lasted about an hour and was a success. Henjes discharged home the day after the procedure.
This new, robotic solution improves accuracy and precision during knee replacement. It also promotes faster recovery and better outcomes, getting our patients back to the life they want to live as soon as possible.
— Brad Webb, DO
The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution uses advanced software, an infrared camera, optical trackers and artificial intelligence (AI) to provide real-time data during surgery. The surgeon remains in complete control, guiding the robotic-assisted device to accurately remove damaged bone and precisely position the knee implant for improved stability and balance. DuPuySynthes received FDA approval for VELYS in 2021.
The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution works in tandem with the ATTUNE knee system, an innovative knee implant that is customized to each patient’s anatomy. Each implant and procedure work in harmony with the patient to promote increased flexibility, stability and faster recovery.
“We are preparing for the next century of care,” said John Woodrich, interim chief executive officer, Bryan Medical Center. “Robotics are the future and will allow our highly skilled physicians to operate with greater precision and confidence. We’re seeing a growing need for knee-replacements in our region, and this new robotic option will be a great benefit to our patients.”
Bryan has been a leader in offering robotic surgery. The hospital began performing robotic procedures in 2003 and has used several manufacturers over the last two decades. Currently, Bryan Medical Center performs over 1,700 robotic surgeries a year in the areas of general, gynecologic, urologic, thoracic and now knee replacement surgeries.
