Precision Robotics And Leading-Edge Diagnostics Are Conquering Pain

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by Landon Day
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There’s a place in Arlington that believes
you deserve Better. That’s why the only specialty hospital of its kind in the
DFW Metroplex – Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital –
continually invests in the most advanced diagnostic and treatment
technologies.

Step 1: Defining the Source of Your Pain,
Once and for All

The hospital has made one of North Texas’
most profound commitments to properly diagnosing pain with a major
investment: adding a second MRI to its radiology department.

Patients get faster, more comfortable exams
from the hospital’s Philips Ingenia Ambition 1.5T MRI magnets. These scans
can be fully customized for your individual need; the crystal-clear images
give you and your care team complete confidence in your diagnosis. To serve
any moment of need, these MRI machines are available 24/7 through the
hospital’s emergency room, or you can schedule an appointment with a
physician’s order.

In addition to MRI, there are a wide array of
other diagnostic technologies available at Baylor Scott & White –
Arlington, such as advanced CT, ultrasound, and X-ray. In the emergency room,
GE fully digital mobile x-ray allows for immediate visualization of your
injury or condition. It is also used for post-operative imaging to confirm
the results of surgeries. This technology’s portability makes it easy for
hospital staff to bring this sophisticated imaging system directly to
you.

MRI and CT appointments are available
Monday-Friday from 7am to 7pm, and Saturdays from 8am to noon. For sudden
injuries or pain, the 24/7 emergency room is consistently staffed to keep
wait times short.

You won’t wait long for your imaging results
either, because Baylor Scott & White – Arlington prioritizes fast
turnaround. Our team of on-site orthopedic and spine radiologists in
Arlington plus other connected specialists will assess your scans and X-rays
to ensure speed and accuracy for your diagnostic results, and direct
communications with your care team.

Robot-Assisted Surgery is Minimally
Invasive, Easing Recovery for Better Outcomes

Robot-assisted surgery offers you a true
breakthrough in minimally invasive surgery. In this proven technique your
surgeon performs operations using a computer console to control
micro-instruments and a high-resolution camera attached to robotic
arms.

The robotics investments at Baylor Scott
& White – Arlington include the Mako Robotic Arm-Assisted Surgery,
Zimmer Biomet Rosa Robotic Surgical Assistant, and the ExcelsiusGPS Robotic
Navigation System. They give your surgeon far greater precision and control
over the surgical instruments than is possible with human movement alone. The
benefits for patients are many, including:

Reduced
pain, discomfort, and blood loss
Smaller
incisions, resulting in less risk of infection
Minimal
scarring
Shorter
recovery times and hospital stays
Faster
return to normal activities

Investments to Serve our Community
Better

Since opening in 2010, Baylor Scott &
White – Arlington has steadily grown to meet the increasing needs of North
Texas. It is Dallas-Fort Worth’s only hospital concentrating strictly on
orthopedic and spine care. It offers orthopedic surgery, spine treatment,
joint replacement, diagnostic imaging, pain management, sports medicine, and
physical therapy all in one place.

Center of
Excellence for Spine Surgery and Joint
Replacement

Baylor Scott & White – Arlington
worked diligently to be designated a Center of Excellence for both spine
surgery and joint replacement. Medicare, Medicaid, and many private health
plans encourage or even require patients to use certified Centers of
Excellence for orthopedic care.

The Center of Excellence designation confirms
that a facility has a collective of physicians and administrators committed
to the highest quality of care. Certification requires meeting a long list of
criteria, and passing recurring audits to ensure standards remain
high.

Surgery can feel intimidating. At Baylor
Scott & White – Arlington, you can have assurance that your hospital
adheres to the highest standards of care and safety with a consistent history
of positive results.

Let’s Make Every Day Better

You do not have to live in constant pain.
Baylor Scott & White – Arlington is ready to help. Visit www.bswarlington.com
for a full list of physicians, services and to schedule an
appointment.