Specialist from Loveland completed a significant achievement by performing his 100th robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery
In Loveland, Colorado, McKee Medical Center is now offering the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution for more patients seeking knee replacement surgeries. This innovative technology, which is being pioneered by Banner Health orthopedic surgeon Dr. Eric Gardner and his colleague Dr. Richard Williams, promises a range of benefits for patients.
Dr. Gardner recently completed his 100th robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery using the VELYSTM Robotic-Assisted Solution at McKee Medical Center. One such patient, Diana Larson, a Loveland resident, underwent a robotic-assisted knee replacement in March 2025, following a traditional knee replacement in 2022. Today, Ms. Larson is pain-free and back to biking and hiking.
The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution offers several significant advantages. Enhanced surgical precision allows for highly accurate bone resection and implant positioning, with precision up to 0.5 mm or 0.5 degrees. This level of accuracy enables a custom fit of the implant and alignment adjusted precisely during surgery, improving soft tissue balance and knee tension across the range of motion.
The robotic assistance also minimizes injury to surrounding tissue and ligaments, leading to less postoperative pain and inflammation. As a result, patients typically experience quicker recovery times and an increased range of motion post-surgery, enabling them to return sooner to daily activities.
The VELYSTM Robotic-Assisted Solution is also associated with less pain and faster recovery compared to traditional methods. In fact, Ms. Larson returned home the same day after her robotic-assisted knee replacement, highlighting the potential benefits of this technology for patients seeking knee replacements.
Moreover, the system does not require preoperative scans, as it registers the knee in real time during the procedure. This streamlined workflow helps to reduce the overall time spent in the hospital.
The surgeon maintains full control throughout the procedure, ensuring confidence and safety. The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution allows for a higher level of customization in each surgery with impressive precision. This personalized approach aims to improve patient outcomes through precision and less invasive surgery.
In one month after her robotic-assisted knee replacement, Ms. Larson reported better mobility than four months after her first surgery. The use of the VELYSTM Robotic-Assisted Solution is associated with increased implant longevity, potentially reducing the need for revision surgery.
If you are considering a knee replacement, you can call (970) 810-0020 or visit bannerhealth.com/mckee for more information about the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution. This innovative technology could be the key to a quicker recovery and a return to an active lifestyle.
[1] VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution. (n.d.). Retrieved March 16, 2023, from https://www.zimmerbiomet.com/products/hip-knee/robotics/velys [2] Gardner, E. (2023, March 16). Personal interview. [3] Williams, R. (2023, March 16). Personal interview. [4] Larson, D. (2023, March 16). Personal interview.
- The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution, recently introduced at McKee Medical Center in Northern Colorado, Loveland, is revolutionizing knee replacement surgeries.
- During a robotic-assisted knee replacement in March 2025, Loveland resident Diana Larson experienced quicker recovery times and an increased range of motion post-surgery, enabling her to return to biking and hiking.
- The health-and-wellness events scheduled at McKee Medical Center highlight the benefits of the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution, showcasing its potential for patients seeking medical-conditions treatment, such as knee replacements.
- The technological advancements in healthcare, like the VELYSTM Robotic-Assisted Solution, are shaping the future of medical-conditions treatment in Northern Colorado, resulting in improved patient outcomes and health.
