Dallah Al-Nakheel Hospital in Riyadh— the first hospital in the world outside the United States to receive 12 accreditations in Surgical Excellence from the global Surgical Review Corporation (SRC)—has successfully performed a knee joint replacement surgery using advanced robotic surgical technology on a patient suffering from advanced osteoarthritis and severe knee joint degeneration. The condition was accompanied by chronic pain that significantly affected her quality of life, mobility, and ability to perform daily activities.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The patient underwent comprehensive and precise clinical evaluations supported by advanced radiological imaging, which confirmed the need for surgical intervention and joint replacement using the latest available robotic technologies to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes.
Following the completion of all necessary medical preparations, the surgery was successfully performed—by the grace of God—by Dr. Ahmed bin Nasser, Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in joint replacement and sports injuries at Dallah Al-Nakheel Hospital. The use of modern robotic surgical technology enabled the medical team to carry out the procedure with exceptional precision, accurately positioning the artificial joint to match the knee’s natural anatomical structure. This positively impacted movement efficiency, accelerated recovery, and improved overall clinical outcomes.
The procedure was performed under spinal anesthesia without the need for general anesthesia. Local analgesia was used to control postoperative pain, allowing the patient to move and walk on the same day of surgery. This was achieved by a specialized anesthesia team, reflecting Dallah Health’s practical application of its integrated, high-quality, and efficient healthcare model.
The Orthopedic Surgery Center at Dallah Al-Nakheel Hospital features a comprehensive and advanced orthopedic system covering all subspecialties, including joint replacement surgery, trauma and fracture surgery, spine surgery, foot and ankle surgery, shoulder and elbow surgery, as well as sports medicine and arthroscopic procedures. These services are supported by specialized pain management departments, an advanced physiotherapy unit, and the latest diagnostic and surgical technologies, all managed by highly experienced and well-trained medical professionals. This integrated system contributes to delivering precise, world-class specialized care, ensuring seamless patient journeys and enhanced clinical outcomes.
It is noteworthy that the Orthopedics and Joint Surgery Center at Dallah Al-Nakheel Hospital is one of the hospital’s Surgical Centers of Excellence, accredited by the American Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Center of Excellence in Orthopedic Surgery and Joint Surgery, reinforcing its position as a leading reference center in advanced orthopedic subspecialties.
Furthermore, Dallah Al-Nakheel Hospital—one of the flagship hospitals under Dallah Health—has received the Award for Institutional Commitment to Excellence from the American Surgical Review Corporation, in recognition of its continuous efforts to apply the highest standards of quality and excellence in healthcare, achieve outstanding surgical outcomes, and maintain excellence across twelve SRC-accredited Surgical Centers of Excellence.
This achievement aligns with Dallah Health’s strategic vision of investing in advanced medical technologies, empowering specialized medical expertise, and providing integrated, patient-centered healthcare. It supports national goals to enhance quality of life and improve healthcare service efficiency, while strengthening Dallah Al-Nakheel Hospital’s position as a leading center for advanced specialized care in the Kingdom. It also underscores Dallah Health’s leadership in line with the objectives of healthcare transformation and Saudi Vision 2030.
Dallah Health serves more than four million patients annually through an extensive network of hospitals and specialized clinics, in addition to home healthcare services. Relying on an experienced team and a distinguished group of specialized physicians, Dallah Health operates according to the highest standards of quality and patient safety, upholding the humanitarian and professional values that have made it the Kingdom’s most trusted healthcare reference.
