Expert Interview
A Second Opinion: Reviewing Johnson & Johnson's Velys Spine, a surgical robot and standalone navigation platform for spine surgeries
Ticker(s): JNJ, SYK, MDT, GMEDInstitution: Penn Medicine
- Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Chief, Division of Orthopaedic Trauma and Fracture Care at University of Pennsylvania Hospital
- Treats broken bones and injuries of the arms, legs, pelvis and performs 30+ spine procedures a month.
- Developed specialized programs on limb realignment, limb salvage, limg lengthening, and deformity correction
How many spinal surgeries do you conduct monthly?
Added By: ben_adminDo you utilize surgical robot and navigation platforms for spinal procedures?
Added By: ben_adminWhat is your high level opinion of the Velys Spine?
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What factors led your practice to choose the Globus Excelsior robot over other systems like Medtronic’s? How do you compare the functionality of these systems?
What advancements or added functionality would make you more inclined to increase your use of robotic systems in spine surgeries?
Are there significant differences between J&J’s upcoming Velys system and the existing Globus and Medtronic systems that could influence you to switch?
Do you foresee existing hospitals with robotic systems replacing or upgrading them soon, or is it more likely for new hospitals entering the robotics space to adopt newer systems like J&J’s?
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