A 72-year-old patient from Tegal had long been struggling with severe damage to the cartilage in his left knee. Although he was still able to walk on flat surfaces, climbing stairs became increasingly difficult, and he often experienced intense pain in his left knee. This condition gradually limited his daily activities, until he heard about a fellow Tegal resident who had a similar problem and successfully recovered after undergoing knee surgery at Mandaya Puri Hospital.
This information encouraged him to seek the same solution. After a thorough examination, doctors found that the damage to his knee cartilage was severe enough to require knee replacement surgery.
He eventually decided to undergo robotic knee replacement surgery under the care of dr. Paulus Ronald Hibono, Sp.OT(K) at Mandaya Puri. The decision was made after receiving a detailed, comprehensive, and reassuring explanation about his knee condition and the procedure.
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Robotic Knee Surgery Experience and Fast Recovery
The treatment process progressed very quickly. The patient arrived on November 11 for consultation and preparation, underwent surgery on November 12, and was already able to walk the following day. His rapid recovery even surprised the doctor, as he was able to move and walk normally within just a few days. The robotic method provided precise, stable, and minimally painful results—leaving the patient extremely satisfied with the outcome.
One of the aspects that impressed him the most was the stitchless surgical technique. The more-than-15-cm incision was closed using a special adhesive technology, making the recovery process more comfortable and eliminating the anxiety of stitch removal. According to him, the procedure felt calm, non-intimidating, and highly modern.
In addition to the successful surgery, the patient praised Mandaya Puri Hospital’s facilities, describing them as comfortable, complete, and unlike typical hospitals. The quiet inpatient rooms, fast and responsive service, and hotel-like amenities made the treatment experience even more pleasant.
Within three days, the patient was able to walk normally and return to his activities without the previous pain. He strongly recommends patients from other regions to consider robotic knee surgery at Mandaya due to its proven effectiveness and excellent results.
Features & Advantages of the CORI Robotic Knee System at Mandaya Royal Puri Hospital
Here are the key advantages of the CORI robot used for knee replacement surgery at Mandaya Royal Puri:
- No MRI/CT scan required: The robot uses smart mapping technology to create a 3D model of the knee in real-time during surgery, reducing radiation exposure.
- Flexible surgical capabilities: Suitable for both Total Knee Replacement (TKR) and Partial Knee Replacement (UKA).
- Revision surgery capability: The CORI system is the only knee robot with FDA approval for revision knee surgery.
- Durable implants: Compatible with long-lasting OXINIUM implants, known for their strength, reduced wear, and lower risk of allergic reactions.
- Globally validated: Widely used in many countries and supported by numerous international medical publications.
Profile and Practice Schedule of dr. Paulus at Mandaya Royal Puri Hospital
dr. Paulus is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee and hip conditions. He completed his medical education at the Faculty of Medicine, Atmajaya Catholic University, Jakarta, followed by his Orthopaedics and Traumatology Specialty training at Airlangga University, Surabaya.
His expertise extends internationally, having completed the Orthopedic and Traumatology Residency Training Program at Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center in the Philippines. He also completed his Consultant Program at the Indonesian Hip & Knee Society.
To date, dr. Paulus has performed 100 robotic CORI knee surgeries, including Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty (UKA) and Total Knee Replacement (TKR).
In addition to robotic knee replacement, his areas of expertise include:
- Management of osteoarthritis
- Treatment of knee cysts
- Treatment of pinched nerves using Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression (PLDD)
- Arthroscopy for meniscus tears
- ACL surgery
- Fracture surgery
He has also represented Indonesia at the CORI Robotic Summit in Germany and has participated in hands-on CORI robot workshops in Thailand.
Practice Schedule of dr. Paulus Ronald Hibono, Sp.OT(K) – Hip & Knee at Mandaya Royal Puri
- Monday: 08.00 – 13.00 WIB
- Tuesday: 17.00 – 20.00 WIB
- Wednesday: 14.00 – 17.00 WIB
- Thursday: 14.00 – 17.00 WIB
- Friday: 14.00 – 20.00 WIB
- Saturday: 08.00 – 14.00 WIB
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