The MAKOplasty® Procedure 

MAKOplasty® Partial Knee Resurfacing is an innovative treatment option for adults living with early to midstage OA in either the medial (inner), patellofemoral (top), or both compartments of the knee. It is powered by the RIO^®  Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System, which allows for consistently reproducible precision in performing partial knee resurfacing.

During the procedure, the diseased portion of the knee is resurfaced, sparing the patient’s healthy

bone and surrounding tissue. An implant is then secured in the joint to allow the knee to move

smoothly again. MAKOplasty® Partial Knee Resurfacing can:

• Facilitate optimal implant positioning to result in a more natural feeling knee following surgery

• Result in a more rapid recovery and shorter hospital stay than traditional knee replacement surgery

• Be performed on an outpatient basis

• Promote a rapid relief from pain and return to daily activities

As a knee arthroplasty procedure, MAKOplasty® is typically covered by most Medicare-approved and private health insurers.

Triangle Orthopaedic Assoicates has three physicians that are certified to perform procedures using the MAKOplasty assisted surgery technique.

    Dr. Philip Clifford            Dr. Brett Gilbert            Dr. Ralph Liebelt

To schedule an appointment with one of our MAKOplasty certified physicians to learn more and discuss your eligibility for this procedure, please contact us at 919.220.5255.

Click here for MAKOplasty frequently asked questions.

Triangle Orthopaedics will hold educational seminars for our new MAKO surgery at the following times and locations:

February 18, 2010 Dr. Philip Clifford 

                              Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel                             
                              One Europa Drive

                              Chapel Hill, NC  27517

                              6:00 PM

                              RSVP to 919.467.5567 ext. 27