Gatam Institute has achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing 100 Total Knee Replacement (TKR) procedures using VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Technology, recording zero percent infection and zero percent mortality.
Accomplished within a period of 15 months, this achievement underscores Eka Hospital’s commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare services in Indonesia that meet international standards.
This success positions Eka Hospital alongside leading orthopaedic centres and further strengthens public confidence in precision surgery supported by advanced technology under the development of Gatam Institute.
The Chief Executive Officer of Eka Hospital Group, drg. Rina Setiawati, stated that reaching 100 cases represents a major milestone for Eka Hospital and its orthopaedic medical team. Beyond demonstrating the consistent clinical use of VELYS™ robotic technology, the achievement reflects the maturity of the hospital’s systems, the expertise of its multidisciplinary teams, and the implementation of rigorous patient safety protocols.
“This achievement of 100 cases is not an endpoint, but rather a foundation for the continued development of world-class orthopaedic services,” she said during a press conference on Thursday (18th of December).
Meanwhile, Chairman of Gatam Institute, Dr. dr. Luthfi Gatam, SpOT (K) Spine, explained that this success is the result of strong collaboration between technological advancement and medical expertise.
“The achievement of zero percent infection and zero percent mortality is not merely about statistics. It reflects the strong integration of advanced technology, physician competence, patient safety protocols, and strict quality control systems implemented under Gatam Institute,” he explained.
This milestone has had a positive impact on both public and healthcare professional confidence, evidenced by an increase in patient referrals from various regions across Indonesia seeking orthopaedic services with advanced technology and a proven safety record.
Eka Hospital remains firmly committed to the development of orthopaedic medicine and is currently the first hospital in Indonesia to operate two robotic systems—one for spinal surgery and another for knee joint replacement.
The Total Knee Replacement procedures are performed by a team of experienced orthopaedic surgeons, including dr. Ricky Hutapea, SpOT (K) Hip & Knee, dr. Jamot Silitonga, SpOT (K) Hip & Knee, and dr. Muhammad Budimansyah, SpOT (K) Hip & Knee.
“Eka Hospital, as a pioneer in advanced medical technology, has introduced the latest innovation in knee joint replacement surgery through the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Replacement system. This technology assists surgeons in achieving higher levels of precision, ultimately accelerating patient recovery,” said dr. Ricky Hutapea, SpOT.
With the introduction of VELYS™ robotic-assisted TKR procedures, Indonesia has now caught up with and stands on par with the technology used in neighbouring countries. As a result, patients no longer need to travel abroad to access high-technology knee surgery.
This progress is further supported by the internationally standardised expertise of Gatam Institute’s medical professionals, enabling patients to receive high-quality treatment domestically, more comfortably and efficiently.
Eka Hospital is committed to becoming a leading orthopaedic referral centre in Indonesia and Southeast Asia by continuously expanding its sub-specialist services, strengthening collaborations with international healthcare institutions, and broadening public access to the latest medical technologies. The hospital also aims to educate the public that medical treatment within Indonesia now meets, and even competes with, the standards of overseas hospitals.
