Parkwest Medical Center performs Tennessee’s first ROSA® shoulder procedure

Covenant Health’s Parkwest Medical Center has performed Tennessee’s first robotic-assisted ROSA® Shoulder System procedure. Parkwest is one of only 15 centers worldwide to perform a robotic-assisted ROSA Shoulder replacement and among the first hospitals in the Southeast to offer the technology. Image submitted

KNOXVILLE — Covenant Health’s Parkwest Medical Center has performed Tennessee’s first robotic-assisted ROSA® Shoulder System procedure, expanding access to advanced shoulder replacement technology for patients across the region. The procedure was performed by Justin Kennon, MD, a Mayo Clinic fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder care.

ROSA’s technology supports personalized surgical planning and implant positioning using advanced imaging and real-time information. While the system helps guide the procedure, the doctor maintains control of all surgical decisions…

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