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PolarisAR Inc.

Elevating orthopedic surgeons to measure, plan and guide using only a mixed reality headset. More information may be found at https://www.thinkpolaris.com.

PolarisAR is a privately held startup based in Miami, founded in 2020. The company is developing a new class of mixed-reality surgical technology designed to optimize intraoperative workflows and improve patient outcomes using advanced, three-dimensional spatial computing algorithms. Its first product is the STELLAR Knee mixed-reality surgical guidance system, cleared by the FDA in 2023 for total knee arthroplasty (TKA) procedures. STELLAR Knee offers a mixed-reality platform that comprehensively assesses bony anatomy and soft tissue to ensure precise extension and flexion gap resections. By combining the benefits of robot-like precision with the simplicity of a mixed-reality headset, Polaris aims to transform the landscape of orthopedic surgery.

09/17/2025

Robot-like precision using a simple headset. Live demo of STELLAR Knee at booth 633 at OSET 2025. Schedule an on-site meeting: bdowhan@thinkpolaris.com

Orthopaedic Summit

05/05/2025

We were honored to be a primary sponsor at the 78th
Biennial Meeting of the New York Orthopedic Hospital Alumni Association this past weekend. Thank you to Dr. William Levine and the entire faculty, alumni and staff for the opportunity to support and participate in such an outstanding event. It was a privilege to connect with so many esteemed leaders in the field. Learning about the NYOH history dating back to 1866 was only surpassed by the vision and promise of the future of Columbia Orthopedics. Special thanks to Stephanie Elsea for organizing a world class event.

04/21/2025

Proud to share PolarisAR Inc.’s latest research, led by Columbia Orthopedics, on the role of mixed reality (MR) in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The study was presented at the Northeast Arthroplasty Conference.

We’re incredibly grateful to collaborate with such a talented team of surgeon-developers and researchers: Nana O. Sarpong, MD, MBA (pictured), Michael A. Hewitt (pictured), H. John Cooper, MD, Carl L. Herndon, MD, Catelyn Woelfle, and Anthony H. Zou, MD, MBA.

This study adds to the growing body of evidence supporting MR as a precise and cost-effective surgical enabling technology, offering comparable capabilities to robotic systems in a streamlined, wearable format.

Key Findings:
-Mixed-reality TKA (MR-TKA) using the STELLAR Knee system showed improved femoral resection accuracy versus accelerometer-based guidance (AB-TKA)
-No differences were found in range of motion or complication
-MR-TKA was associated with a longer operative time, likely due to added alignment checks

04/18/2025

We are deeply honored to have been awarded the Silver Edison Award for Innovative Surgical Solutions. Our sincere thanks for this prestigious recognition. It is a privilege to be included among such an inspiring group of innovators and leaders.

Edison Awards

04/02/2025

We appreciate Dr. Nana Sarpong explaining how STELLAR Knee allows him to have improved soft tissue balance, improved alignment, be more precise, accurate and allows for more confidence leaving the OR.

Request more information on STELLAR Knee: https://thinkpolarisar.com/contact-us/

03/28/2025

What advantages does surgical guidance in a mixed reality environment with STELLAR Knee offer over traditional fixed-camera robotic systems?

DATA: STELLAR Knee mixed reality surgical technology operates as a spatial computer during the procedure, enabling real-time, patient-specific data interactions between the surgeon and the software throughout the surgery.

ACCURACY: During surgery, there is no room for compromises. STELLAR Knee technology offers precision and accuracy that rivals the capabilities of leading robotic systems for total knee arthroplasty.

ACCESSIBILITY: STELLAR Knee offers a compact and portable design, making it a cost-effective solution for healthcare systems and ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs). It enables surgeons to retain complete control over the procedure while using their trusted total knee implant system.

Request more information: https://thinkpolarisar.com/contact-us

Thank you, Dr. Nana O. Sarpong, MD, MBA, for your impactful words.

03/26/2025

We are honored that PolarisAR CEO, Paul Mikus, was invited back to LSI this year to discuss the trend in orthopedic robotic systems toward smaller and more implant-agnostic solutions. PolarisAR took this trend a step further and eliminated the robot altogether: our STELLAR Knee version 2.0 provides all the functionality of a robot without the cost, footprint or complexity. LSI - Life Science Intelligence

03/19/2025

What an impactful week at ! A big thank you to the exceptional leaders, pioneering companies, and visionary surgeons who made the event a success.

We truly appreciate everyone who took the time to connect with our team. The partnerships we built and reinforced last week have left us more inspired than ever!

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

03/17/2025

"I've heard of people having to wear noise canceling headphones during the use of robots because it's so loud. And so this next phase, call it "mixed reality", allows you to have the same benefits of robotic guidance that we've seen with contemporary robots in the market currently in a headset platform like we have with the Stellar Knee." - Nana O. Sarpong, MD, MBA Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Orthopedic Surgeon at Columbia University Medical Center

Catch Paul Mikus, PolarisAR CEO, presenting STELLAR Knee Version 2.0 this week at LSI USA ‘25.

03/12/2025

We are thrilled to announce that STELLAR Knee surgical guidance system is a 2025 finalist for the annual Edison Best New Product Awards and is featured as a top startup innovation in the marketing magazine PM360.

STELLAR Knee is nominated to win a gold, silver or bronze Edison Best New Product Award in the broad category of Health, Medical & Biotech and the sub-category of Innovative Surgical Solutions, which includes three products.

Read press release: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250312580320/en/PolarisAR-STELLAR-Knee-Surgical-Guidance-System-Recognized-for-Innovation

Edison Awards

03/11/2025

At AAOS? Stop by booth 947 for STELLAR Knee Version 2.0: extended soft tissue balancing (-5° to 30°) for flexion contracture, Balance Mode for quick access to gap metrics, and Hold Plane for adjusting resection depths without affecting angles. Trialing Mode provides alignment correction during implant trialing, and the updated UI simplifies usability without compromising clinical value.

Special thank you to Catelyn Woelfle and Dr. H. John Cooper for sharing this surgical case video with us.

03/10/2025

The one week countdown is on until PolarisAR's CEO, Paul Mikus, presents at LSI USA '25 on STELLAR Knee Version 2.0 which offers extended soft tissue balancing (-5° to 30°) for flexion contracture, Balance Mode for quick access to gap metrics, and Hold Plane for adjusting resection depths without affecting angles. Trialing Mode provides alignment correction during implant trialing, and the updated UI simplifies usability without compromising clinical value.

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Miami, FL

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https://www.thinkpolaris.com/

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