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Dr. Chris Palmer Demonstrates Use of MAKO Robot Using Sawbones

posted on Tuesday, February 28, 2023

ST. LOUIS — New technology in the medical field is what helps us ALL get back to our normal lives smoother and quicker and a new piece of equipment at SSM Health St. Clare Hospital in Fenton is helping with that.
Deputy Fire Chief Shares Experience of Hip Replacement Surgery

posted on Thursday, December 8, 2022

Dr. Christopher Palmer uses the MAKO robotic system in total join replacement surgeries. It's a minimally invasive option using the latest technology.
Dr. Buck Smith to Provide Motion-Preserving, Customized Ankle Procedure to St. Louis Ankle Arthritis Patients

posted on Monday, February 15, 2021

Dr. Buck Smith to Provide Motion-Preserving, Customized Ankle Procedure to St. Louis Ankle Arthritis Patients
Signature Orthopedics Helps Surgery Patients Get Prepped and Ready

posted on Thursday, April 23, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the current health care landscape. As of now, elective surgeries have been put on a temporary hold. But soon enough, surgery centers and hospitals will open up and allow surgeons to perform much-needed elective surgeries for their patients.
Orthopedic Care in the Time of COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

posted on Tuesday, March 24, 2020

During this COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are sheltering in place at home. We've heeded the advice of the CDC and other health professionals, washing our hands more often and staying inside away from other folks in our communities in order to “flatten the curve.” But, that doesn't mean we're immune to injury.