William Doran, DO, FAAOS, of TidalHealth Orthopedics is Delaware’s most experienced robotic orthopedic surgeon.

Using state-of-the-art technology, he performs less-invasive hip and knee replacement surgery and offers each patient an individualized treatment plan.

The surgery is unique in that it provides a personalized surgical plan. Prior to surgery, a CT scan of the patient’s hip or knee joint is obtained. This generates a three-dimensional model of their unique anatomy. The 3D model helps surgeons see details they can’t typically see with an x-ray alone. This information helps Dr. Doran determine the optimal size, placement and positioning of each patient’s implant.

Throughout the procedure, Mako provides real-time data to the surgeon. This allows him to continuously assess the movement and tension of the new joint and adjust the surgical plan if needed.

In the operating room, Dr. Doran guides Mako’s robotic arm to remove the arthritic bone and cartilage from the hip. As Dr. Doran prepares to place the acetabular component into its final position, the robotic arm guides the implant at the desired angle predetermined in the surgical plan. This technology helps ensure the appropriate orientation and depth of the implant, resulting in personalized and reproducible outcomes.

Beverly Stallings of Hurlock experienced excruciating pain while walking for more than a year.

“I thought it was muscular,” she said. “It was terrible, and nothing helped.”

Dr. Doran performed a knee replacement for Stallings and she had excellent results.

“His team is the best,” she said “The nurses and staff are all compassionate and understanding, and Dr. Doran is a godsend.”