Grâce à votre générosité, cette nouvelle technologie transforme la façon d’opérer. Chaque remplacement du genou est précis, personnalisé… et permet à des patients comme Marielle de se remettre sur pied rapidement.
The knee robot revolutionizes the way we perform knee surgery. It customizes every procedure based on each patient’s unique morphology, with unparalleled precision. With this robot, we get better outcomes, reduce complications and speed up the patient’s return to active life.
Marielle Barrette had long hoped to walk again without pain. When she was over 80, she went to Hôpital Charles-Le Moyne, accompanied by her husband, after two long years spent waiting for left knee surgery. A wait that forced her to limit her movements, use a wheelchair for long distances and adapt her daily activities due to her reduced mobility.
Marielle was awake during the surgery, under local anesthetic. She could hear the team talking to each other, and felt completely relaxed. She knew she was in good hands. She was confident. Confident that this technology was going to make a difference. And she was right.
Thanks to this technology, Marielle received a knee replacement perfectly adapted to her morphology. Less physiotherapy, less medication and, above all, a speedier return home.
Hôpital Charles-Le Moyne is the very first Francophone public Hospital in Québec to be equipped with such an advanced orthopaedic surgical robot.
Using this technology, the surgeon can determine with extreme precision the position, angle and alignment of the prosthesis even before performing the surgery. Result: safer interventions, less invasive surgery, lasting results. And above all, patients who return home quickly.
Thank you for making these advances possible.
Like Marielle, Robert Graine was in pain. To the point that he couldn’t do anything anymore. After left knee surgery, his right knee started causing him terrible pain. For 14 months, he waited. Due to a heart infection, his surgery was postponed. Again and again.
When the time finally came, a whole team was waiting for him in the operating room: an operating room attendant, an anesthetist, two nurses, a surgical nurse and Dr. Nguyen. And by their side, a colleague that really stood out: an orthopaedic surgical robot, funded through your generosity. An unparalleled precision tool that allows the surgeon to make customized incisions and perfectly place the prosthesis.
A few hours after the surgery, Robert was already on his feet. He was dreaming about hiking with his wife. His surgery had been less invasive. His recovery quicker. And the pain already abating.
Two patients. Two different stories. The same goal: regaining their quality of life quickly. Thanks to YOU.
Thanks to the compassionate commitment of people like you, Hôpital Charles-Le Moyne is continuing to innovate and offer world-class ultraspecialized care.
Together, we’re advancing medicine.
Together, we’re transforming the quality of care.
Together, we’re positioning our Hospital among major university hospitals.
Watch the CTV report (in English) and listen to the Radio-Canada report (in French).
Hôpital Charles-Le Moyne is the very first Francophone public Hospital in Québec to be equipped with such an advanced orthopaedic surgical robot.
Using this technology, the surgeon can determine with extreme precision the position, angle and alignment of the prosthesis even before performing the surgery. Result: safer interventions, less invasive surgery, lasting results. And above all, patients who return home quickly.
Thank you for making these advances possible.
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The long-awaited day has finally come.
At 5:30 a.m., Marielle Barrette enters Hôpital Charles-Le Moyne, accompanied by her husband. After a long two-year wait, she’s finally getting ready to have left knee surgery. Cheerful and confident, she knows it’s a special day. In a few hours, she’ll be in the hands of Dr. Nguyen’s team … and their precious robotic ally.
Step one: a human and reassuring presence.
As soon as she arrives in the operating room, Marielle is greeted by Sébastien, the OR attendant. He makes sure everything gets off to a smooth start. He gets her settled, adjusts her covers, takes the time to speak with her. Here, technology has its place. But humans are on the frontline.
Calm comes first.
Marielle is now ready and settled on the operating table. In the room, voices are low, actions confident. Preoperative preparations are underway. The team coordinates, is focused. Each member knows what they need to do. The procedure is about to begin.
Final check.
Catherine, the circulating nurse, reviews each detail with Dr. Hai Nguyen. The type of prosthesis, which side to operate on, the technique to use: everything is confirmed one last time. Taking this moment to conduct a final check is crucial—controlled calm before the action begins.
A team set for excellence.
During this time, Mélanie gets ready. She’ll be the instrument nurse and don scrubs and a ventilation mask. She’ll be in the heart of the action, making sure everything is sterile and responding to all of the surgeon’s needs. She is fully focused.
Everything has to be within reach—and absolutely sterile.
While the patient is being prepared, Mélanie and Catherine set up the surgical instruments. Each tool is handled with care, every surface is sterile. Only Mélanie, once in her scrubs and mask, can touch the equipment. This meticulous dance is part of the routine—but one that allows for no improvisation.
A final reassuring tête-à-tête.
Before the procedure starts, Sébastien comes over to Marielle. He makes sure she’s relaxed and feeling confident. She’ll receive a local anesthetic only, which means she’ll be conscious during the operation—and able to hear what’s going on around her.
Strict attention to detail.
Before a scalpel even touches her skin, Sébastien again cleans Marielle’s leg. Complete sterilization, precise movements, focused silence. The patient’s safety comes first.
The time has come.
The team is in position. Marc-Olivier, the chirurgical nurse, is set and ready to play his role at Dr. Hai Nguyen’s side. Mélanie, in the sterile zone, anticipates every move. The procedure can begin.
The first incision.
Before placing the prosthesis, Dr. Nguyen prepares the ground. He makes the first manual incisions, frees up the structures to be operated on, exposing the joint area. Every action is measured, rigorously executed. The technology is on standby. For now, the surgeon’s hand paves the way.
Two nurses, one goal: supporting precision.
Fully engaged in preparing the surgical area, Mélanie and Catherine coordinate their actions. One, in the sterile zone, works directly at the surgeon’s side. The other, outside the zone, ensures that everything is accessible and organized. It’s a finetuned choreography, where each role is vital.
Under anesthetic, but conscious.
Marielle is awake throughout the procedure. Her level of consciousness is closely monitored. Karine, the respiratory therapist adjusts each parameter—pain, sedation, vital signs. The patient is surrounded by technology, but the human team is there to ensure her safety.
The robot comes into play.
Dr. Nguyen validates the final parameters. The next incision needs to be ultra-precise, adapted to Marielle’s unique anatomy. The robot does not replace the surgeon—it provides steady guidance, ensuring precision that no human hand can match.
An expert eye to assist with the technological ally.
David, a representative from the robot’s manufacturer, is there to help. He supports the team in optimizing settings, as needed. A discreet but precious presence—as each adjustment can make a difference in the final outcome.
Mapping the knee, in real time.
On the screen, the data readjusts at each stage. The section plane is dynamic, modeled on Marielle’s unique morphology. Thanks to the robot, the surgeon can tailor each movement. This is where technology makes all the difference.
Precision comes to life.
The robot’s blade comes into play. It makes a bone cut with a precision that the human hand could never accomplish. This is the heart of this technology: guiding the human hand with extreme precision to place a perfectly aligned prothesis.
Mélanie, at the heart of the OR.
As the procedure progresses, Mélanie is there anticipating the team’s every need, providing the instruments, adjusting the operating field, responding to even the smallest requests. Her rigour, calm and coordination are vital to ensuring that everything is up to standard.
Every element is accounted for.
Catherine, outside the sterile zone, ensures control of the material. Everything is recorded, validated, and then validated again. Each compress. Each instrument. An invisible but crucial step in preventing complications after the procedure.
Waking up to … the good news.
Marielle gradually comes to. Dr. Nguyen tells her that everything went well: the surgery was a success, her new knee is in place. You can see the relief on her face.
Standing. Smiling. Relieved
Just hours after the surgery, Marielle is on her feet. She takes a few steps. She’s radiant. Two years of waiting. Relief, at last. She’s regaining her freedom—one step at a time.
