PUNE: Sahyadri Hospitals proudly announces a groundbreaking achievement in orthopedic surgery with the successful completion of Pune’s first robotic-assisted hip replacement using the direct anterior approach. The procedure was performed on Mr. Dnyaneshrao Pradhan (name changed), a 65-year-old retired resident of Satara, diagnosed with Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the hip, a condition where bone tissue in the hip deteriorates due to a lack of blood supply.

Under the expert care of Dr. Abhijit Agashe, Consultant Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon at Sahyadri Hospitals, the surgery was conducted on November 27, 2024, and Mr. Pradhan was discharged on December 2, 2024, reporting excellent post-operative progress. The use of the real intelligence robotic system combined with the direct anterior approach has set a new standard in the field, providing unparalleled precision and safety.

Dr. Abhijit Agashe commented on the benefits of this revolutionary technique, stating, “Compared to traditional hip replacement methods, the robotic-assisted direct anterior approach enables a more accurate and less invasive surgery. Patients benefit from reduced pain, quicker recovery times, and more natural movement post-surgery. This technology enables patients to sit cross-legged after surgery, a position essential for cultural practices and daily activities, making it particularly beneficial for those suffering from hip problems. This method has not only enhanced functional outcomes but has also allowed immediate postoperative mobility, significantly improving the quality of life for patients with AVN Hip.”

Dr. Agashe further highlighted, “The combination of the robotic system and the direct anterior approach represents a significant advancement in joint replacement surgery. The ability to feed preoperative data into the robotic system ensures each patient receives a customized surgery plan tailored to their specific anatomy, achieving perfect alignment and leg length with millimeter precision.”

Sahyadri Hospitals remains committed to adopting innovative technologies and methods to enhance healthcare outcomes. This successful procedure marks a promising step towards making robotic-assisted surgeries the new standard in hip replacements.

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I-SPORT Medical Centre stands out as the first of its kind in the region, offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to the needs of athletes and individuals with active lifestyles. With a mission to make world-class sports medicine accessible to all, the facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by a team of highly qualified specialist doctors and bio-mechanics scientists. The center is designed to deliver evidence-based treatments and personalized care, ensuring that each patient receives the highest standard of medical attention.

Dr. Sumedh Magar, Director of I-SPORT Medical Centre, shared his vision for the facility during the inauguration, stating, “At I-SPORT Medical Centre, we are committed to carrying forward the legacy of 35 years of modern orthopedic health for all. We have established a unique interdisciplinary model involving orthopedic surgeons, physiotherapists, bio-mechanists, and human performance scientists along with physicians. This team approach ensures holistic patient care for health issues and performance development. My deep passion for sports and sports medicine drives our mission to provide top-notch care that enables our patients to return to their best physical selves. We leverage the latest advancements in medical technology and maintain an unwavering focus on patient-centered care, ensuring that every individual who walks through our doors receives the best possible treatment.”

Dr. Sumedh Magar, an accomplished orthopedic surgeon, and sports medicine specialist trained in the UK, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the center. His unique academic background, including a double master’s in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, underscores his dedication to advancing the field. With a Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction Surgery, Dr. Magar’s proficiency in Arthroscopy, Joint Preservation Surgery, and Arthroplasty makes him a trusted name in the field. The idea for I-SPORT is rooted in his multi-centric experience at FIFA Medical Centre and International Olympic Committee-recognized institutions in London.

I-SPORT Medical Centre is not just a medical facility; it is a commitment to the well-being of the physically active and sporting community. By offering affordable, world-class care, the center aims to develop a research-based approach to create a significant impact on the lives of athletes and sports enthusiasts across Maharashtra and beyond. The successful outcomes achieved by patients at I-SPORT Medical Centre are a testament to the effectiveness of its specialized approach and the dedication of its medical team.

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PUNE: Sancheti Hospital today announced the launch of unique OrthoAI, a generative AI tool that will help orthopedic experts get access to the vast and rich medical literature. This groundbreaking and world’s first initiative powered by artificial intelligence for orthopedics will help doctors keep updated with the latest content through thousands of published articles and videos under one roof and help make better decisions. 

OrthoAI was launched at the hands of Chief Guest and Eminent Scientist Dr.Raghunath Mashelkar in the presence of veteran orthopedic surgeon Dr.K.H Sancheti, Dr . Parag Sancheti Chairman Sancheti Hospital, Dr.Ashok Shyam, consultant orthopedic surgeon and head of academics and research at Sancheti Hospital,  Dr.Neeraj Bijlani, consultant orthopedic surgeon and  Rohan Lunawat, and Amit Yerudkar managing partners Script Lanes.

The initiative is a result of extensive work by a team of doctors from Sancheti Hospital and IT professionals from Pune-based Script Lanes for the last year. It is modeled to be an evidence-based Generative AI for Orthopaedics built on LLM and a Cognitive search model that provides answers to queries with citations to recent literature and related videos.

Hailing the initiative of Sancheti Hospital, eminent scientist Dr.R.A Mashelkar said that insights are important but foresight is more important to take advantage of technology. Technology has come to stay and we are using it. India has created digital public infrastructure and tops data consumption and polevaulted with digital payments too. We have to take advantage of this leadership that we have created. There are challenges and addressing these challenges will require a multidimensional approach. 

Healthcare professionals, data scientists, and policymakers should come together to address all challenges. 

Explaining the concept, Dr.Ashok Shyam said that decision-making is generally based on three aspects viz. clinical experience of the surgeon, current literature, and requirements of the patient. It is challenging to keep up with the current literature which is dynamic, vast, and ever-expanding. Even the experience of individual surgeons varies. So it will help if we have shared experiences. So OrthoAI takes into account both these aspects and searches the literature through PubMed and experience-based knowledge from OrthoTV. So it is like a copilot for orthopedic surgeons in making decisions. Since these decisions are optimized by literature and shared experiences, they can help in using resources in a better way. AI is an evolving concept and we will keep evolving with a tab on ethics and safety. 

Dr. Neeraj Bijlani said that the concept will be useful, especially in complex cases in older patients with commodities like diabetes, osteoarthritis, hypertension, etc, and pediatric age group with congenital abnormalities or in any complex cases. Different surgeons use different methods to handle complications and therefore this literature and shared experiences will help in knowing how other experts are managing those cases.  

Dr.Parag Sancheti said that this initiative is aimed at helping orthopedics deliver the best outcomes for the patient. We are happy to be a part of this first-of-its-kind initiative.

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