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leading-edge technologies available for orthopedic care, ranging from advanced MRI to minimally invasive surgery. The facility offers hip and knee replacements using the Mako robotic-assisted system, with Dr. Tallerico spearheading the efforts to procure the technology. "The technology follows the capabilities of each surgeon," Dr. Wilson says. "With Dr. Ta llerico, a highly qua lif ied joint surgeon on board, we were inspired to purchase the system to meet his needs." The Mako system is a robotic surgi- cal system that offers high-precision, minimally invasive joint replacement surger y. Before each procedure, t he orthopedic surgeon takes a CT scan of the patient's hip or knee joint. Using those images, the Mako system helps develop a personalized surgical plan unique to the patient's anatomy. AccuStop technology guides the surgeon according to the plan during the procedure, helping the surgeon avoid hea lthy tissue and a llowing for smaller incisions. "We do a lot of in-office education for patients about what to expect before, du r i n g a nd a f ter joi nt repla cement surgery, so I will often explain how the Mako improves outcomes," Kieb says. "After surgery, the majority of patients stay one or two nights in the hospital, and most are up and walking the evening of their surgery." Auburn Orthopedic Specialists uses the most up-to-date version of the Mako system, making it the most advanced joint replacement surgical system within the community. "Patients who undergo surgery with the Mako system can expect shorter hospital stays and less pain following surgery," Dr. Tallerico says. "Referring providers should also know that the Mako system offers increased accuracy with bone cuts and resections, as well as improved accuracy with joint implant positions, ulti- mately leading to better patient function." " We've upg ra ded t o a r t h roscopic ankle surgery, as well," Dr. Wilson says. " We'll be offering ankle replacements in the future as we gain the ability to do cartilage repair and bone deficits in the foot and ankle. We'll a lso expand our capabilities with shoulder replacements as we continue to move forward." THE FUTURE OF LOCAL ORTHOPEDIC CARE Providers hope to expand the facility's orthopedic capabilities to ensure the majority of the community's needs can be met in one convenient location. From investing in innovative technologies to selecting skilled and experienced phy- sicians and staff, Auburn Orthopedic Specialists will work with local primary care providers to deliver high-quality orthopedic care. "I think Auburn Orthopedic Specialists is going to be a very exciting service to the community within the next genera- tion," Dr. Wilson says. "We're aggressively building the breadth of and quality of our orthopedic services to ensure patients' p r o b l e m s c a n b e a d d r e s s e d n e a r their homes." n To learn more about orthopedic care at Auburn Orthopedic Specialists, call 315-567-0750. Specialized Care in the Finger Lakes AUBURN COMMUNIT Y HOSPITA L offers a wealth of specialized services to the Finger Lakes region. When patients in Cayuga County and surrounding areas need high-quality, patient-centered health care, they do not have to travel far. Auburn Community Hospital (ACH), a not for-profit facility, provides both acute and general hospital services to the population of 80,000. Roughly 95% of ACH physicians are board-certified in one or more specialties, ensuring that the majority of patients can access the care they need close to home. "At Auburn Community Hospital, our vision is simple. We will provide the best outcome for every patient, every time," says Scott Berlucchi, President & CEO, Auburn Community Hospital. "We want you to know that we are always challenging ourselves to make the healthcare experience better for our patients, physicians and staff, and ultimately our community." Maria Iannolo, MD Michael Wilson, MD Kathi Teixeria, MD Steve Kieb, PA Brian Tallerico, DO M D N E W S . C O M /// M D N E W S C E N T R A L N E W Y O R K ■ 2 0 21 2 1