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Patient education · Knee
Am I a candidate for robotic knee replacement?
Michele R. D’Apuzzo, MD, is a University of Miami hip and knee surgeon in Miami. This page explains how candidacy is discussed. It does not tell you that you need a knee replacement. A visit decides.
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How candidacy is decided
Exam and imaging. Then a shared decision.
AAOS patient education describes knee replacement as a shared decision after an exam and imaging. Many people start with conservative care. This page cannot assign a diagnosis.
This is not a diagnosis
A website cannot tell you that your knee needs to be replaced. Pain, swelling, and films are interpreted in clinic.
Sometimes one compartment
Sometimes one compartment is discussed. Many people still need a total. A visit decides. See partial knee replacement.
A tool, not a promise
AAHKS describes robotic assistance as a tool. It helps plan and guide bone work. Dr. D’Apuzzo operates. It does not guarantee less pain or a faster recovery.
Many primaries. Not a promise.
The robot is used for many primary replacements. Whether a partial knee uses the robot is decided case by case.
Next reading
Question, then procedure, then campus, then call.
Read robotic knee replacement for how a total knee is planned. Compare methods on robotic vs conventional.
Campuses
Both sites are primary.
Tower West in Miami. SoLé Mia in North Miami. Call (305) 689-2663 or (305) 256-4334. Or book at UHealth.
Can this page tell me I need a knee replacement?
No. This page is education. A visit after an exam and imaging decides.
Partial or total knee?
Sometimes one compartment is discussed. Many people still need a total. A visit decides.
Is the robot used for every knee?
No. It is used for many primary replacements. Whether a partial knee uses the robot is decided case by case. The surgeon stays in control.
Where do I call about a robotic knee visit in Miami?
Tower West (305) 689-2663 or SoLé Mia (305) 256-4334. You can also book at UHealth.
Educational information. Not medical advice. Not a diagnosis. Medically reviewed by Michele R. D’Apuzzo, MD, August 30, 2026.
Call or book
Tower West or SoLé Mia.
Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm. After hours (urgent, not 911): (305) 243-1000.