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Cleveland CliniC Martin HealtH news

Robotic Technology Helps which can add accuracy replacement,” says Jason Weisstein, M.D., an orthopaedic
surgeon who sees patients at the Cleveland Clinic Patricia
and precision to total knee
Fine Tune Knee Replacement replacement surgery. The Lichtenberger Medical Plaza in Stuart. “Ultimately, we want
Surgery robot helps surgeons create to provide the best possible outcomes for our patients, and
this technology has the potential to do that.”
a 3-D model of a patient’s
bone, choose the correct If you need total knee replacement, ask your doctor if
Osteoarthritis, or degenerative joint disease, is the most implant size and placement, you are a candidate for robotic-assisted surgery.
common cause of walking-related disability in people aged and create a custom surgical To schedule an appointment with Dr. Weisstein or another
65 and older. plan. Surgeons use the robot Cleveland Clinic orthopaedic surgeon, call (877) 463-2010
Anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, braces, to conduct a virtual run- or visit ClevelandClinicFlorida.org/OrthoDoctors.
activity modification, weight loss or injections can help through prior to surgery,
some individuals with osteoarthritis. Often, the disease adjust the surgical plan if
will progress despite these measures. If knee replacement needed during surgery, and Jason Weisstein Club News from page 4
is recommended, patients may benefit from emerging better execute the removal
technologies available to assist surgeons. of bone during the surgery. “We know that good nutrition is essential for aging
The orthopaedic surgeons at Cleveland Clinic in “According to registry data, this technology is more well,” said Council on Aging Martin President and CEO
Florida have access to robotic-assisted technology, accurate than traditional surgery for total and partial knee Karen Ripper. “In addition to the nutritional value of
the food itself, though, the opportunity to socialize with
others over a meal is priceless.”
The Council on Aging Meals on Wheels staff prepares
the meals at its commercial kitchen housed at the Kane
Center on Salerno Road. Drivers then deliver the meals
to each site, where anywhere from 12 to 30 diners may
be waiting.
Annette Lopez, who oversees the program for the
Council on Aging Martin, described the socialization that
comes with the meals as a lifeline. “For many of those
we serve, this is the only hot meal they’ll have in a day
and the only time they get to meet with others, share a
laugh, and take part in group activities. The program
Life moves fast— feeds their spirits as well as their bodies.”
The program has been so successful at the Log
prepare for the unexpected Cabin Senior Center in Jensen Beach, the 10th Street

Community Center in Stuart and Indiantown Big Mound
with Accident Insurance. Park in Indiantown that Council on Aging Martin has
expanded it to the Hobe Sound First Baptist Church on
Church Street in Hobe Sound. The Hobe Sound meal
site is made possible through the philanthropic support
of the Hobe Sound Community Chest and other donors,
and the Hobe Sound First Baptist Church generously
We’re here to help. donates the space.
Seniors can sign up through the Council on Aging
website, by calling (772) 223-7800, or coming in person
Accident insurance complements your Florida Blue Health Plan. Call to learn more to a Senior Dining Center site. There is a modest fee for
about insurance plans from USAble Life. the meals, but community donations underwrite the costs
for seniors unable to pay.
M&A Insurance and Financial Services Inc. In addition to the Senior Dining Program, Council on
561-440-9940 Aging Martin also provides Meals on Wheels programs
to more than 500 vulnerable seniors each weekday
throughout Martin County. The Kane Cuisine is available
M&A Insurance and Financial Services Inc. is an Independent Broker of Florida Blue.
Florida Blue is an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Supplemental, Life, and Disability products are offered by USAble Life. USAble Life is an independent company for those who are able to pay a fee for their meals but
and operates separately from Florida Blue. appreciate having a hot meal delivered to their home.
22L-USAL-0872 112941 1222 Find out about this and all of the programs of the
Council on Aging of Martin County at www.coamartin.
org. For more information about the Council on Aging
of Martin County, visit www.coamartin.org.

Chefs Alex Molinari and Chris Baker prepare more
than 500 meals a day at the Council on Aging Martin’s
commercial kitchen at the Kane Center. The meals
are delivered by volunteers to seniors throughout
Martin County.