First Rosa Knee System Surgery in the Western Cape

On Monday 17 Jan 2022 Dr Ackermann performed the first robotic assisted knee surgery with the Rosa Knee System in the Western Cape, South Africa. A successful surgery on a 60 year old female with previous knee arthroscopies who was experiencing issues of discomfort and pain from her previous experience...


Open Hip Dislocation

Open hip dislocation refers to a surgical procedure in which the ball-and-socket hip joint is surgically dislocated so that the natural hip joint can be repaired. Open hip dislocation can be an extremely effective way to correct complex hip disorders while preserving your natural hip joint. The procedure is often recommended...


Ongoing hip or knee related pain can be a sign of an underlying orthopaedic condition

Hip and knee pain can be debilitating, causing discomfort and limiting daily activities. Ongoing pain can be a sign of an underlying orthopaedic condition that needs to be addressed by a specialist. If you are experiencing hip or knee pain, it is important to schedule an appointment with your orthopaedic...