DCMH offering advanced technology for hip surgeries

(GREENSBURG, Ind.) – Decatur County Memorial Hospital is the first in the region to offer technology  designed to support precision during hip replacement surgery. 

It's called OrthoGrid Hip AI® and is led by Dr. Eric Tannenbaum, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon and Medical Director of Orthopedics at DCMH. 

The technology provides real-time guidance during anterior hip replacement procedures to support implant positioning based on each patient’s unique anatomy without requiring additional incisions or implanted hardware.

Unlike other guidance systems, it's fully surgeon-operated and will allow Dr. Tannenbaum to maintain complete oversight an control.

Anterior hip replacement itself has changed the experience of hip surgery for many patients. Compared to traditional approaches, it allows surgeons to access the joint from the front of the hip and work between muscle planes rather than cutting through muscle, which can support a less invasive recovery.

"This tool gives me additional information during surgery that can help support precision while allowing me to continue applying the training, experience, and judgment that every patient deserves,” said Dr. Tannenbaum. 

Tannenbaum completed his orthopedic residency at the University of Michigan and also had fellowship training at USC in Los Angeles. 

"Dr. Tannenbaum provides excellent care and has brought advanced training and specialized expertise to our orthopedic program since joining DCMH," said Rex McKinney, President and CEO of Decatur County Memorial Hospital. "Adding technology like this builds on that foundation and helps ensure patients have access to leading-edge orthopedic care close to home."

To learn more about hip pain treatment options or orthopedic services at DCMH, call 812-663-7790 or click here.