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Borneo Post
4 days ago
- Health
- Borneo Post
KPJ Kuching completes 1,111th robotic-assisted knee replacement procedure
KPJ Kuching medical director Dr Mahadhir Alhady Sulaiman (third left), Dr Lee, KPJ Kuching general manager Nor Azlina Jemain and KPJ Healthcare Berhad regional chief executive officer of East Malaysia Dr Kenny take a group photo with representatives from Zimmer and Johnson & Johnson to celebrate the 1,111th procedure. KUCHING (July 6): KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital has completed its 1,111th robotic-assisted Total Knee Replacement (TKR), marking a key milestone in the hospital's commitment to precision surgery and improved patient outcomes. The hospital in a statement on Saturday said this latest procedure reflects the hospital's sustained focus on clinical excellence and its leadership in robotic-assisted joint replacement within KPJ Healthcare. The achievement builds on its recent recognition as Orthopaedic Service Provider of the Year — Asia-Pacific 2025 at the GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, which acknowledged its innovation, surgical outcomes and patient care standards. The procedures are performed using the ROSA® Knee System by Zimmer Biomet and the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution by Johnson & Johnson. These systems enhance surgical accuracy, support faster recovery, and improve long-term mobility—particularly for patients with chronic knee pain or advanced osteoarthritis. KPJ Healthcare president and managing director Chin Keat Chyuan said the milestone at KPJ Kuching reflects the strength of the group's network-wide focus on quality, innovation, and subspecialty development. 'Under the KPJ Health System, we are advancing high-impact clinical programmes that deliver better outcomes for our patients. 'Guided by our purpose of Care for Life, we remain committed to expanding access to technology-driven, personalised care across our hospitals,' he said. Meanwhile, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and pioneer of robotic knee surgery at KPJ Kuching Dr Lee Woo Guan said each knee represents a person regaining their ability to move confidently and live independently. 'Robotic technology like ROSA and VELYS has helped us personalise each procedure with greater precision and consistency, which directly translates into better outcomes and faster recovery for our patients,' he said. He added that the robotic programme has enabled KPJ Kuching to achieve lower complication rates, shorter hospital stays, and higher levels of patient satisfaction. 'More patients are now opting for robotic-assisted procedures as part of their care journey, particularly for improved mobility and long-term joint health,' he said. KPJ Healthcare continues to strengthen its investment in robotic technology, clinical leadership, and sub-specialty services as part of its transformation journey. These efforts align with the Group's strategy to integrate care delivery, education, and research, as well as to raise the overall standard of care across Malaysia. For more information, visit
Barnama
4 days ago
- Health
- Barnama
KPJ Kuching Marks Milestone With 1,111th Robotic-assisted Knee Surgery
KUCHING, July 6 (Bernama) -- KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital has successfully completed its 1,111th robotic-assisted total knee replacement (TKR), marking a significant milestone in precision orthopaedic surgery. In a statement today, the hospital said the achievement reflects its ongoing commitment to clinical excellence and its position as a leader in robotic-assisted joint replacement within the KPJ Healthcare network. "This milestone builds upon the hospital's recent recognition as the Orthopaedic Service Provider of the Year – Asia-Pacific 2025 at the GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, which acknowledged its innovation, surgical outcomes, and patient care standards," the statement read. The robotic-assisted procedures at KPJ Kuching are conducted using the ROSA® Knee System by Zimmer Biomet and the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution by Johnson & Johnson — both advanced technologies designed to enhance surgical accuracy and patient outcomes. 'These systems offer greater precision, faster recovery times, and improved long-term mobility, particularly for patients suffering from chronic knee pain or advanced osteoarthritis,' the hospital added. KPJ Kuching noted that its robotic surgery programme has led to lower complication rates, reduced hospital stays, and higher patient satisfaction, with a growing number of patients now choosing robotic-assisted procedures. 'KPJ Healthcare remains committed to investing in robotic technology, clinical leadership, and subspecialty services as part of its broader transformation agenda,' the statement added. -- BERNAMA
