Max Institute Debuts First Active Robotic Knee Replacement
On September 17, 2026, a press conference was convened at the ITC Sheraton in Saket, New Delhi, to announce the world’s first active robot‑assisted surgery using a non‑metallic (ceramic) knee replacement. The event was led by Dr. Sujoy Bhattacharjee, Chairman and Chief of the Max Institute of Robotic Joint Replacement at Max Superspeciality Hospital, who detailed the technology, clinical advantages, and the role of active robotic systems in enhancing surgical precision.
Dr. Bhattacharjee, described as a leading robotic joint replacement surgeon and a pioneer recognized in the Limca Book of Records and the World Book of Records, highlighted his contributions to autonomous robotic knee systems, muscle‑sparing Subvastus and no‑tourniquet techniques, sub‑millimeter surgical accuracy, rapid recovery protocols, and complex primary and revision arthroplasties. He also noted his experience in training surgeons internationally and advising medical‑technology firms on robotic platforms and implant design.
Joining as the special guest, Prof. Dr. Michael Wagner, an internationally acclaimed German orthopaedic surgeon and former chairman of Klinikum Nürnberg, brought over four decades of surgical leadership. Prof. Wagner’s portfolio includes the design and validation of femoral stems, acetabular cups, and precision instrumentation for total hip arthroplasty, with more than 530 citations to his publications. His expertise spans clinical orthopaedics, biomechanics, implant design, medical‑device research and development, and global clinical advisory roles.
The discussion explored the convergence of active robotic technology with ceramic, non‑metallic implants, emphasizing potential improvements in precision, patient outcomes, and the future trajectory of advanced knee replacement procedures. Emerging technologies and next‑generation robotic joint replacement concepts were also examined.
The program concluded with a media interaction and a question‑and‑answer session, providing journalists the opportunity to probe procedural details and broader implications for the evolution of joint replacement surgery.
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