UMC Hospitals Achieves Regional Milestone with First Bilateral Robotic Direct Anterior Total Hip Replacement in Navi Mumbai

UMC Hospitals Achieves Regional Milestone with First Bilateral Robotic Direct Anterior Total Hip Replacement in Navi Mumbai​

In a significant step forward for advanced joint replacement surgery, UMC Hospitals, part of Unihealth Hospitals Limited, successfully completed the region's first Bilateral Robotic Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) Total Hip Replacement. This pioneering procedure marks a crucial development in minimally invasive and technology-enabled hip replacement care in Navi Mumbai.

The complex bilateral operation was conducted by Dr. Avinashdev Upadhyay, Consultant Orthopaedic and Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon at UMC Hospitals, who possesses advanced fellowship training in Robotic Hip & Knee Replacement Surgery and Direct Anterior Hip Replacement from Australia.

This procedure combines two highly advanced techniques: the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) and Robotic-Assisted Technology. The DAA allows surgeons to access the hip through natural intermuscular and internervous planes, while the robotic assistance ensures enhanced precision during pre-operative planning and intra-operative implant positioning and alignment.

The patient in this case was a 67-year-old gentleman from Hubballi, Karnataka, who sought specialized care in Navi Mumbai after suffering from Stage IV Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of both hip joints for nearly three years. Avascular necrosis is a progressive condition where reduced blood supply leads to joint deterioration.

Following a thorough clinical and radiological evaluation, Dr. Upadhyay recommended the combination of Bilateral Total Hip Replacement using the Direct Anterior Approach with Robotic-Assisted Technology. The objective was twofold: to treat both severely affected joints and to adopt a minimally invasive surgical approach designed for early mobilization and recovery.

The adoption of DAA in modern hip replacement surgery is driven by its ability to preserve surrounding musculature and soft tissues, unlike traditional methods that may require detaching muscles. This preservation aims to reduce tissue trauma and facilitate faster functional recovery.

Robotic-Assisted Technology adds a layer of precision to the procedure. Based on detailed pre-operative imaging and planning, the surgical team uses the robotic platform for real time guidance during surgery to support accurate bone preparation and implant positioning. The hospital emphasizes that the technology assists the surgeon; clinical judgment remains central to the operation.

Patient Experiences Early Mobilization​

A highly encouraging aspect of the case was the patient's swift recovery. Following the successful surgery, the patient was able to stand and walk with assistance on the same day, supervised by the treating clinical and rehabilitation team. This early mobilization outcome is particularly significant for a patient who had experienced long-term mobility limitations due to advanced bilateral AVN.

A Milestone for Advanced Care in Navi Mumbai​

The achievement strengthens UMC Hospitals' capabilities in advanced Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement and Minimally Invasive Orthopaedic Surgery. The hospital aims to provide patients with complex orthopaedic procedures locally, reducing the need to travel to limited major metropolitan centers.

Dr. Akshay Parmar, Managing Director of Unihealth Hospitals Limited, commented on the milestone: "This reflects the clinical expertise and advanced capabilities we are steadily building across the UMC Hospitals network. What makes this particularly meaningful is that the patient travelled from Hubballi to Navi Mumbai for the procedure and was able to stand and walk with assistance on the same day." He added that this validates their approach to investing in technology and specialist talent to bring high-quality care closer to patients.

Dr. Avinashdev Upadhyay stated that his objective in joint replacement surgery is not merely replacing a damaged joint but restoring mobility and independence while ensuring a sound reconstruction. The combination of DAA and robotic assistance provided a minimally invasive, muscle-sparing surgical pathway supported by technology for detailed planning and accurate execution.

UMC Hospitals intends to continue enhancing its capabilities across advanced orthopaedics, focusing on integrating technology and talent to improve access to sophisticated healthcare within India.

Company Snapshot​

Unihealth Hospitals Limited, founded in Mumbai in 2010, operates as an integrated healthcare platform dedicated to delivering high-quality and affordable care across India and East Africa. The company was listed on NSE Emerge in September 2023.

Financial highlights for FY26 show the following:

UNIHEALTH Stock Price Movement​

Unihealth Hospitals Limited shares edged higher in post-market trading today, settling at ₹734.95 after gaining 2.80%. The stock saw a volume of 60,500 shares as it closed the session.