Morristown Medical Center performs first spine surgery using Mako Spine from Stryker

Morristown Medical Center was the site of the first spine surgery globally using the Mako Spine System from Stryker, one of the world’s leading medical technology companies.

The first surgery was performed by Dr. Jason Lowenstein, director of scoliosis and spinal deformity at Morristown Medical Center, the flagship facility of Atlantic Health.

Currently in limited market release, Mako Spine with Spine Guidance 5 Software provides surgeons the ability to know more about their patients with an intraoperative CT scan and leverages haptic guidance capabilities for a customized experience and intuitive workflow, with the flexibility to move from level to level as needed.

“I am proud to lead the team at Morristown Medical Center to bring this innovative technology to our patients,” Lowenstein said. “By combining both the established technology of the Mako System with the latest advancements, Mako Spine with SG5 can help us improve the lives of patients struggling with debilitating spinal disorders and pain.”

Morristown Medical Center also offers Mako robotic arm assisted surgery for total knee, partial knee and total hip procedures.

“This is a reflection of our commitment to provide the latest technological advances that can help us improve surgical planning and accuracy and achieve enhanced outcomes for our patients,” Dr. James Wittig, medical director of orthopedic surgery, orthopedic oncology and sarcoma surgery at Atlantic Health System, said.