Victor Ortiz, M.D., performed the first hip surgery at Pascack Valley Medical Center using the latest Mako Robotic System. Pictured Dr. Ortiz on the right with Ortimidio Bautista, RN, and Leann Cordero, ORT, of the Pascack Team.
WESTWOOD, New Jersey (January 15, 2026) – Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center has taken another major step in its commitment to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care with the acquisition of the latest Stryker Mako SmartRobotics™ system. This investment enhances the hospital’s robotic‑assisted joint replacement program and brings a new level of precision, personalization, and comfort to patients undergoing knee and hip replacement procedures.
The Mako SmartRobotics™ platform combines 3D CT‑based planning, AccuStop™ haptic technology, and data‑driven insights to help surgeons create highly tailored surgical plans based on each patient’s unique anatomy. This level of accuracy supports more consistent outcomes, less soft‑tissue damage, and a surgical experience designed to help patients return to their daily activities with greater confidence.
“For patients, this technology allows us to plan and perform joint replacement procedures with an extraordinary level of accuracy,” said Victor Ortiz, M.D., orthopedic surgeon “The ability to map out each patient’s anatomy in advance and then execute that plan with real‑time robotic guidance helps us deliver a more predictable, personalized surgical experience.”
By integrating this technology into its orthopedic program, Pascack Valley Medical Center is expanding access to innovative treatment options close to home—reducing the need for patients to travel outside the community for advanced care.
“Pascack Valley Medical Center is proud to continue investing in state‑of‑the‑art technology that elevates the care we provide to our community,” said Michael Bell, CEO at Pascack Valley Medical Center. “The addition of the Mako SmartRobotics™ system reflects our commitment to offering patients the most advanced surgical options available and ensuring they receive exceptional care right here in Westwood.”
The new system supports total knee, partial knee, and total hip replacement procedures and strengthens the hospital’s growing orthopedic service line, which is focused on improving mobility, reducing pain, and helping patients maintain an active lifestyle.
To learn more about robotic‑assisted surgery at Pascack Valley Medical Center or to find a physician who performs Mako procedures, please visit pascackmedicalcenter.com/minimally-invasive-surgery.
About Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center
Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed acute-care community hospital offering advanced medical services focusing on personalized care. The Emergency Department delivers comprehensive care for patients of all ages, offering a wide range of emergency services tailored to the needs of pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. Other key offerings include a state-of-the-art maternity center, women’s imaging center, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, joint replacement and bariatric care, and an intensive care unit for critical medical needs. Part of the Hackensack Meridian Health network, the hospital is dedicated to delivering high-quality care to enhance community health and well-being.
Pascack Valley Medical Group, the hospital’s physician network, includes over 80 providers specializing in primary care, surgery, and other disciplines. With locations throughout Bergen County, the group emphasizes strong provider-patient relationships to improve health outcomes. To learn more, visit www.PascackMedicalCenter.com.