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Joint Replacement Advances at Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee

Joint Replacement Advances at Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee

June 17, 2021

Hip & Knee Replacement Advances

The Williams Source recently sat down with Dr. Cory Calendine, Orthopaedic Surgeon to discuss the most recent advances in joint replacement surgery at the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee. Dr. Calendine is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in hip and knee reconstruction.

Robotic operating room at Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee featuring Stryker Mako Smartrobotics — Dr. Calendine specializes in advanced hip and knee surgery options including robotic joint replacement procedures

Hip and knee replacement surgeries have seen significant advances over the last 15 years and have become leaders among the most successful surgeries in medicine. Joint replacement has become so effective that the biggest complaint Dr. Calendine most often hears is patient's regret for not having had joint replacement earlier.

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by Williamson Source, June 12, 2021

Hip & Knee Replacement Questions Answered

Who is a good candidate for joint replacement surgery?
Why do you frequently use the anterior approach for hip replacement surgery?
What are some of the recent technological advancements in joint replacement?
What challenges are patients currently facing, and how can they get help at Bone and Joint Institute?
What do you enjoy most about your work?

For Dr. Calendine's answers to these questions and more, click here to see the Williamson Source original article. For more information about hip and knee replacement at Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, contact Cory Calendine, M.D. Call (615) 791-2630. You can also schedule an appointment online.

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Cory Calendine, MD is an Orthopaedic Surgeon and founding partner of the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee at Williamson County Hospital in Franklin, TN. Dr. Calendine is an expert in Joint Replacement, specializing in Hip and Knee Surgery. From diagnosis through treatment, the Orthopaedic Surgical experts at the Bone and Joint Institute use the latest techniques and technology to improve care for people with musculoskeletal problems. For more information, please contact our office or schedule your appointment today.

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MAKO Robotic-Assisted Total Hip Replacement

If you’re one of the millions of Americans suffering from pain caused by joint arthritis, and you have not seen relief with conservative treatment options, MAKO Robotic-Assisted joint replacement might be right for you. Cory Calendine, MD, Hip and Knee Specialist discusses the benefits of Robotic-Assisted Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA).

Why 3D Planning Makes Hip Replacement Surgery 10X More Precise

3D planning technology has transformed hip replacement surgery by delivering unprecedented precision in implant sizing and positioning, with accuracy rates of 34-100% for component selection and positioning within 1-2mm of optimal targets. Unlike traditional 2D X-ray planning that relied on educated guessing, modern 3D systems use CT scans and specialized software to create detailed anatomical models, allowing surgeons to virtually rehearse procedures and detect potential problems before surgery. This advanced planning approach results in shorter surgery times, better functional outcomes, reduced complications, and faster patient recovery, while also proving cost-effective through decreased revision rates and improved hospital efficiency. Patients considering hip replacement should ask their surgeons about 3D planning capabilities, as this technology is rapidly becoming the standard of care for achieving optimal surgical outcomes and long-term implant success.

Joint Replacement: A Physician Assistant's Perspective

Kaycee Young, PA-C shares her experience entering the world of Total Joint Replacement - from an undergraduate at the University of Tennessee to a valued Physician Assist Team member at the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee.