Dr George Kirsh

18/09/2025

Over 1000 robotic total knee replacements. Definitely the way to go

03/03/2022

- St George Private Hospital debuts cutting edge robotic technology -

St George Private Hospital has furthered its commitment to offering patients the most advanced surgical options available, with a robotic arm assisted total hip replacement performed at the hospital for the first time.

Dr George Kirsh performed the first surgery using the Mako robotic device, which is designed to offer better outcomes for those suffering from non-inflammatory or inflammatory degenerative joint disease.

“I have used computer navigation for positioning of the acetabular (socket) prosthesis for well over 10 years but with the Mako robot the software is another level,” Dr Kirsh said.

“It allows me to virtually assess the hip replacement stability and impingement of the prostheses and the pelvis or femur. I can then position the prostheses in the ideal position for movement and stability.

“Time is saved in only reaming once with the correct size reamer and the robot will not let you ream too deep or in the wrong alignment so insertion of the prosthetic acetabulum is very accurate.”

Prior to surgery, a CT scan of the patient’s hip joint is taken in order to generate a 3D virtual model of a patient’s unique anatomy. The 3D model shows aspects not typically seen with an x-ray alone. This additional information helps the doctor determine the optimal size, placement and positioning of an implant.

St George Private Hospital Chief Executive Officer, Peter Ridley said: “We are excited to be involved in the growth of technology assisted robotic surgery and look forward to hearing feedback from our patients.”

11/03/2020

https://www.stgeorgeprivate.com.au/About-Us/News/First-Robotic-Total-Knee-Replacement

St George Private are now offering patient’s Total Knee Replacement surgery using robotic-arm assisted technology. The new Stryker MAKO system is one of only three robotic services now available for joint replacement within the Sydney private hospital sector. This new service offering follows the ...

21/10/2019

24/07/2019

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