Avala is currently the only healthcare facility in Louisiana offering robotic-assisted surgeries for total hip replacement, total knee replacement, partial knee replacement and spine surgery. Avala Hospital installed the latest advancements from Stryker’s Mako Technology for orthopaedic surgery and a state-of-the-art Globus ExcelsiusGPS navigational robot used in minimally invasive spine procedures. This technology will provide […]

As all of you are aware this year is a major election year for the state of Louisiana. Many political offices will be decided during the fall elections involving several major positions including that of Governor of the State of Louisiana. It was a great pleasure to host the Honorable Ralph Abraham, who represents Louisiana’s […]

The 67-year-old Alabama Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban underwent hip replacement surgery Monday utilizing advanced Stryker Mako robotic technology – the same technology we have here at Avala. We may not all cheer “Roll Tide” but we can agree on one thing, this innovative technology allows for faster recovery times enabling patients to return to […]

Are you considering a joint replacement? Are you wondering how long will it take to get back to normal? Are you asking yourself what you need to do to prepare? In last week’s joint pain article, we talked about the types of joint replacements that are most commonly performed and some of the types of […]

In last week’s joint pain article, we talked about one woman’s inspiring story about how joint replacement surgery changed her life. This week, we talk about which joints are most commonly replaced and some joints that can be replaced you may not be aware of. The purpose of a joint replacements is to get rid […]