A milestone operation at Noble’s Hospital has seen a total shoulder replacement take place in the Isle of Man for the first time.
The procedure was the first in a series of orthopaedic treatments, previously undertaken off-island, that can now be delivered without the need to travel.
Nasri Zreik, consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon, said: “Being able to provide this surgery locally is a real step forward for patients and the wider community.
“It means patients can have their treatment, from initial assessment and surgery through to rehabilitation and aftercare, without the added stress, expense and inconvenience of travelling off-island. Just as importantly, our patients can recover closer to home, surrounded by their family and support networks.”
The shoulder system was provided by Stryker, one of the world’s leading medical technology companies. Nurse Martin Corlett and Surgeon Nasri Zreik worked with the company to organise their collaboration with Manx Care.
A multidisciplinary team has spent the last 18 months establishing the Upper Limb Orthopaedic Service, to include both trauma and elective services.