SRV Hospitals in Chembur has expanded its orthopaedic services with a new Advanced Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Centre of Excellence. The facility uses the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution and forms part of the hospital’s broader SRV Mobility Restoration Programme.
The centre was inaugurated by Hon’ble Shri Mangesh Kudalkar, Member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, as Guest of Honour. The launch was attended by healthcare professionals, civic representatives, community leaders and members of the hospital’s leadership team.
The VELYS™ system assists surgeons during knee replacement by providing real-time information and supporting surgery tailored to a patient’s individual anatomy. Its CT-free approach also eliminates the need for an additional pre-operative CT scan for surgical planning. The hospital states that the technology is designed to support surgical decision-making, with clinical expertise remaining central to treatment.
Dr. Abhay Vispute, Founder-Director, SRV Hospitals, said, “Robotics is an important advancement in joint replacement because it allows surgeons to plan and execute procedures with a high degree of personalisation and precision. However, the real value of technology lies in what it helps the patient regain. A successful joint replacement is about helping someone walk better, move with confidence and return to an independent life.”
Rather than focusing only on surgery, the Mobility Restoration Programme covers assessment, non-surgical treatment, surgery when required, rehabilitation and follow-up. Patients are supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes orthopaedic specialists, anaesthetists, nurses, physiotherapists and rehabilitation professionals.
Dr. Shamim Khan, Zonal Head – SRV Hospitals, said, “Robotic technology gives our surgical teams an advanced tool for personalised joint replacement, but recovery does not end in the operation theatre. Rehabilitation, follow-up and the patient’s return to normal movement are equally important. By bringing these elements together, we are creating a more coordinated approach to joint care and mobility restoration.”
Joint problems caused by arthritis, ageing, previous injuries and other conditions can gradually limit mobility and affect routine activities. Depending on the patient’s condition, medicines, physiotherapy and other conservative measures may be tried before joint replacement is considered.
The new centre brings robotic-assisted surgery and structured rehabilitation under one care pathway, with the focus extending beyond the procedure to helping patients regain movement and independence.