Sharing an interesting discussion this week about robots in total joint cases. Below is my original premise.
The Setup
You've formed a strong opinion on this robot issue—whether you're a skeptic questioning their value or an advocate praising their precision—this lively LinkedIn thread may challenge your views and spark new thoughts.
The Best Comments
"Robots don't improve total knee or total hip surgery for the surgeon, the healthcare system or even the patient. So what is the purpose of these robots?"
Scott De Felice (LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-de-felice-14a948a),
"I tend to believe this is the case unless there is a trade. The ideal trade being the cost of the procedure is reduced so we can put more money into implant technologies that actually solve the big problems...."
Liam Ellis (LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/liam-ellis-222018361
"Scott De Felice - so what’s the problem?.. you cannot improve healing time but you can reduce surgical insult.. would that be enough for now?"
Peter Verrillo (LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterverrillo)
"That’s because current robots are dumb. The next generation will be smart and as they get more intelligent,...
