Asia’s First New-Generation Bone-Sparing Hip Procedure

Setting a new milestone in hip reconstruction, SIMS Hospital has performed Asia’s first new-generation, bone-sparing hip procedure. The pioneering procedure was performed on two international patients – one aged 44 from Nebraska, USA, and another patient aged 58 from London, United Kingdom. While the conventional hip procedures often require extensive removal of bone, this innovative approach preserves a substantial portion of the patient’s healthy natural bone while achieving a stable, functional reconstruction, offering patients greater options for future hip interventions. Further, the bone-sparing approach enhances implant stability while facilitating a return to highly functional, near-normal activity after surgery. Considered a more anatomical and biologically respectful approach, the procedure enables stable reconstruction of the hip. This allows patients to resume a broad range of normal daily activities. Such an outcome is particularly important for younger and active patients, for whom preservation of bone and maintenance of function are central considerations. The procedures were performed following detailed clinical assessments, comprehensive imaging, medical optimisation and meticulous surgical planning. Both patients have demonstrated encouraging early functional recovery following the procedures, with good progress reported during the initial postoperative period. In his comments, Dr. Vijay C Bose, Joint Director & Senior Consultant, Orthopedics, who led the surgical team, said, “This procedure represents a significant shift in how we approach hip replacement and reconstructive hip surgery. The goal is not simply to replace a painful joint, but to preserve as much of the patient’s own bone as possible while respecting the natural mechanics of the hip. It is based on a simple but important principle: whenever possible, surgery should preserve the patient’s bone and work with the body’s natural anatomy. Patient selection is critical to the success of this procedure. Suitability depends on several factors, including age, bone quality, diagnosis, anatomy, activity requirements, overall medical condition and the surgeon’s assessment. With careful patient selection, meticulous planning, advanced technology and precise surgical execution, we believe this approach can help many patients achieve a stable reconstruction and return to a highly functional and active life.” Speaking on the achievement, Dr. Ravi Pachamuthu, Chairman of SRM Group, said, “It is about the future of hip surgery, a future that is more bone-preserving, anatomical, functional and focused on the long-term needs of patients. This achievement reflects our continued investment in advanced surgical infrastructure, highly trained multidisciplinary teams, robust patient-safety systems and innovation in orthopaedic care. The fact that patients from the USA and the UK chose to travel to Chennai for this advanced procedure is a testament to the growing confidence in India’s medical expertise, innovative surgical capabilities and high standards of patient care. We are deeply grateful to the patients and their families for placing their trust in SIMS Hospital. This milestone further strengthens our resolve to make Chennai a destination for advanced and specialised healthcare.” In their comments, the patients: Mr. Hurvey Welles Haskins IV from the USA and Mr. Mark William Maybank from the United Kingdom, said, “We are very happy with the clinical outcome and feel that our decision to travel to Chennai for this procedure was the right one. We had the option of seeking treatment closer to home, but chose SIMS Hospital because of the combination of clinical expertise, advanced infrastructure, innovative surgical techniques and, importantly, our confidence in the surgical team. Our experience has given us first-hand insight into the capabilities of Indian hospitals and surgeons in delivering highly advanced and specialised care to patients from across the world. The outcome of our treatment has reinforced that confidence and, in our view, Chennai has the potential to emerge as an important destination for complex and innovative orthopaedic care. We are grateful to the entire SIMS Hospital team for their dedication, expertise and care in making this achievement possible.”