The Latest in State-of-the-Art Robotic Shoulder Surgery: Only at NCSH

If you’ve been struggling with chronic shoulder pain or limited mobility due to arthritis or joint damage, there’s new hope. North Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH), in partnership with EmergeOrtho – Triangle Region, is now offering Mako SmartRoboticsTM robotic shoulder surgery. As the first facility in North Carolina to provide this Limited Market Release (LMR) technology, NCSH is giving patients access to cutting-edge care that combines personalized surgical planning with robotic-arm precision.

Innovative Technology for Shoulder Pain Treatment Now at NCSH

Other shoulder joint replacement options have traditionally relied on manual techniques. The Mako SmartRobotics system introduces a new era of precision in reverse shoulder replacement surgery.

Using 3D CT-based planning, surgeons can create a personalized surgical plan tailored to each patient’s unique anatomy. During surgery, the Mako system, guided by AccuStopTM haptic technology, enables highly accurate execution of the plan, optimizing implant positioning and potentially improving long-term outcomes.

The Mako shoulder system integrates computer-assisted shoulder surgery with robotic precision, giving orthopedic specialists tools to enhance surgical accuracy and consistency. For patients considering robotic shoulder replacement, this means a procedure that is tailored to their individual anatomy, potentially reducing pain, improving mobility, and speeding recovery.

A Surgeon’s Perspective on Mako SmartRobotics

Dr. Lucas Romine, the first surgeon in North Carolina to utilize the Mako SmartRobotics system, emphasizes the importance of this technology: “For me, the [Mako system]… improves both our accuracy and our precision putting in the implants for shoulder replacement. We can execute a plan preoperatively using our three-dimensional software, and then guarantee that that plan gets implemented at the time of the surgery… eliminating the possibility of misplacing or malpositioning any of the components.”

A Pioneer in Robotic Shoulder Surgery

As an orthopedic specialty hospital in Durham, NC, NCSH continues to advance orthopedic care through innovation, safety, and patient outcomes. By offering Mako SmartRobotics procedures, the hospital reinforces its position as a leader in the latest advances in shoulder replacement surgery. Patients in the Triangle region now have access to one of the most advanced shoulder pain treatments in the country.

However, NCSH isn’t just innovative—we’re proud to be listed among the very best hospitals in the nation. NCSH has earned CareChex® recognition as one of the top 10% of U.S. hospitals for joint replacement, ranking in both medical excellence and patient safety. This distinction underscores why NCSH is a trusted destination for advanced shoulder and joint care, including our new Mako SmartRobotics shoulder procedures.

Learn More About Your Shoulder Surgery Options

If you’re interested in learning more about reverse shoulder replacement surgery or robotic shoulder replacement options at NCSH, explore treatment options. And please don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with our expert surgeons to learn more about the procedure. All surgery carries risk. Talk to your doctor to see if joint replacement is right for you.