ROSA® Knee System’s robotic technology supports more personalized surgery, smoother recovery, and better outcomes.

 Southlake Health is now offering Zimmer Biomet’s ROSA® Knee System, a robotic surgical assistant that helps personalize total knee replacement surgery for patients. Southlake is one of only a dozen hospitals in Ontario — and the first in York Region — to use this advanced technology, bringing added precision to a procedure that already changes the lives of thousands of people living with chronic knee pain. It is another way Southlake is delivering leading edge care, close to home. 

ROSA, which stands for Robotic Surgical Assistant, combines advanced robotic technology with trusted knee implants to support surgeons during total knee replacement surgery. Using detailed data collected before and during the operation, ROSA provides real-time insights that allow surgeons to make highly precise adjustments tailored to each patient’s unique anatomy. 

“ROSA provides a new level of precision and customization,” said John Randle, MD, Physician Leader, Surgical and Perioperative Services Program, and Chief, Department of Surgery, Southlake Health. “The robot doesn’t perform the surgery, the surgeon is still in control, but it gives us real-time insights that help us make more informed decisions during the operation.” 

The technology assists with tasks like measuring soft tissues and making bone cuts, helping surgeons accurately position the knee implant. For patients, this can mean a better implant fit, more natural movement, and a smoother recovery. 

“Introducing ROSA Knee to Southlake has been a true team effort,” said Puneet Colvin, Director, Surgical and Perioperative Services, Southlake Health. “This marks the beginning of our robotic journey at Southlake. By giving our surgeons additional tools to provide highly personalized care, we’re advancing surgical services for patients and setting the stage for future innovations.” 

Southlake’s surgeons are already highly experienced in using the advanced surgical techniques that ROSA supports. Unlike many centres introducing robotic-assisted knee surgery to enable advanced techniques, Southlake’s team are ahead of the curve, meaning ROSA compliments their expertise. 

“Each time skilled surgeons – like those at Southlake Health – join the platform, our data grows stronger,” said Matt Gillis, Director of Marketing, Zimmer Biomet Canada. “This helps us drive innovation in orthopaedics and deliver on our mission of alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for people around the world.” 

Knee replacement surgery is one of the most common procedures at Southlake, with more than 500 surgeries performed each year. With the introduction of ROSA Knee, Southlake continues to expand its use of innovative tools that support personalized care and better outcomes for patients. 

Quick Facts – Southlake’s Surgical Program 

• Southlake offers surgical procedures in 11 specialties, including general surgery, cardiac surgery, orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology surgery, thoracic surgery, and vascular surgery. 
• For the third consecutive year, the American College of Surgeons recognized Southlake Health in January for surgical excellence and patient safety through the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP). 
• In 2023/24, Southlake performed over 37,000 day surgeries, supporting the health of the communities it serves.