CTS Speciality Hospital, a trusted name in orthopedic care in Chennai, has launched robot-assisted total knee replacement procedures at its Anna Nagar facility, becoming the first hospital in the area to offer this advanced technology. The cutting-edge system is designed to deliver exceptional surgical precision, reduce risks, and promote faster, safer recovery for patients.
The robotic platform, developed by US-based leader VELYS, was officially inaugurated by Anna Nagar MLA Mr. M. K. Mohan, alongside CTS Speciality Hospital’s Chairman, Dr. Prakash Selvam, and Managing Director, Dr. Radhika Venugopal.
A 35-bed center specializing in advanced orthopedic care, CTS Speciality Hospital is led by Dr. Prakash Selvam, an experienced orthopedic surgeon with over two decades of clinical and surgical expertise. The hospital is well-known for its joint replacement surgeries and complex orthopedic procedures, supported by a multidisciplinary team specializing in joint reconstruction, arthroscopy, trauma care, sports injuries, and rehabilitation.
Speaking on the launch, Dr. Prakash Selvam said, “We are excited to bring the future of orthopedic surgery to this region with the introduction of the VELYS robotic-assisted system. Traditional knee replacements, while effective, depend heavily on surgical expertise and may vary in consistency. Robotic assistance leverages real-time data and advanced mapping to customize each procedure to the patient’s unique knee anatomy. This allows for highly accurate implant placement, minimized tissue trauma, reduced blood loss, and faster recovery. Our patients experience better joint alignment, improved stability, reduced pain, and enhanced mobility with shorter hospital stays. Beyond surgical precision, we focus equally on meticulous pre-operative planning, personalized rehabilitation, and long-term joint health management.”
Beyond knee replacements, CTS plans to expand the use of robotic technology to other orthopedic procedures, including hip replacements and partial joint reconstructions. “Robotic precision ensures optimal implant positioning not only in total knee replacements but also in complex hip surgeries, including total hip arthroplasty and revision procedures. We are also exploring future applications such as unicompartmental knee replacements, shoulder arthroplasty, and even spine surgeries, based on patient needs and technological advancements,” Dr. Selvam added.
Emphasizing the critical role of surgical expertise in robotic-assisted procedures, Dr. Selvam noted, “While robotic systems significantly enhance precision and consistency, they are sophisticated tools that assist but do not replace the surgeon’s expertise. Clinical judgment, real-time decision-making, and experience remain central to successful outcomes. Each patient presents unique challenges that require adaptability and nuanced decision-making—from selecting implants to managing unforeseen surgical findings—which only an experienced surgeon can provide.”