KUCHING: KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital (KPJ Kuching) recently introduced the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution, making history as the first healthcare centre in Borneo to adopt this advanced technology.
In a press release, the hospital highlighted that this cutting-edge system enhances the precision and efficiency of joint replacement surgeries, underscoring KPJ Kuching’s dedication to providing top-notch healthcare services to the region.
The VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution, developed by Johnson & Johnson, represents a significant advancement in joint replacement technology at the hospital. This innovation offers surgeons unmatched accuracy in knee replacement procedures using state-of-the-art robotic technology and real-time data.
According to KPJ Kuching, this system improves patient outcomes by enhancing surgical precision and adopting a personalized approach to surgery. Patients can experience quicker recovery times, reduced post-operative discomfort, and increased long-term success rates.
Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr Lee Woo Guan, is excited about the potential of this robotic system to offer patients more precise and personalised treatments.
Dr. Lee highlighted the groundbreaking nature of the VELYS™ system, underscoring its importance in bringing this innovation to Borneo. This advancement provides patients exceptional care for knee replacement surgeries, eliminating the requirement for special X-rays or CT scans before the procedure.
Since its introduction in late September 2024, Dr. Lee has successfully performed 52 total knee replacement surgeries using the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement System at KPJ Kuching, making significant strides in orthopaedic care in the region.
In addition to its implementation at KPJ Kuching, the VELYS™ system is also being utilised at Sunway Medical Centre Kuala Lumpur, broadening its influence and presence within the healthcare industry.
By integrating the VELYS™ system, KPJ Kuching aims to establish itself as a Center of Excellence in Total Knee Arthroscopy within the region. The hospital’s leadership remains devoted to enhancing its services, upgrading its surgical capabilities, and incorporating the latest technological advancements to cater to the increasing needs of orthopaedic patients in Sarawak and beyond Borneo.
To reinforce this vision, KPJ Kuching has bolstered its team of highly skilled orthopaedic specialists with the addition of Dr Nazari Ahmad Tarmuzi, a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon with expertise in various orthopaedic conditions, including trauma care, spinal surgeries, and sports injuries.
As evidenced by this initiative, KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital is deeply committed to delivering top-tier healthcare services to the people of Sarawak and neighbouring regions.
Nor Azlina Jemain, General Manager at KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital, emphasised that with the expansion of the orthopaedic consultants’ team and the implementation of cutting-edge technology like VELYS™, KPJ Kuching is poised to lead in orthopaedic surgery and serve as a premier destination for patients seeking exceptional care.
As part of the renowned KPJ Healthcare Berhad network, the leading private healthcare provider in Malaysia, KPJ Kuching’s adoption of the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution further underscores its commitment to offering top-tier medical care and maintaining the highest standards of healthcare in the country.
