Vikram Chatrath, MD, of Willis Knighton Orthopedics Bossier, has performed the 100^th total knee replacement using Zimmer Biomet’s Persona® OsseoTi® Keel Tibia. The surgery was performed at Willis Knighton Bossier. Total knee replacement is one of the most commonly performed elective surgical procedures in the United States.

Persona OsseoTI Keel Tibia is a new anatomic tibia created using 3D printing technology. It allows surgeons to use the latest cementless technology, which helps preserve bone stock for the patient. The Persona OsseoTI Keel Tibia is a great option for younger patients and those with good bone stock who can avoid the use of bone cement and the possible complications associated with it, Dr. Chatrath said.

OsseoTI components are placed using the ROSA robotic system. Willis Knighton was the first to offer ROSA in north Louisiana and is the only healthcare provider offering ROSA in the region. When used with the ROSA robotic system, there are multiple benefits, Dr. Chatrath said. The implants are highly durable, have precise component positioning, and result in faster recovery time, minimal pain, improved knee stability, improved surgical outcome and patient satisfaction.

“In my role as medical director of joint replacement surgery for Willis Knighton, I constantly strive to bring the best options and cutting edge technology for my patients,” Dr. Chatrath said. “This provides an extremely high level of accuracy, which translates to better clinical outcomes for patients.”