Knee replacement is one of the most common orthopedic surgeries in Southwest Florida, and the metro's surgeons offer everything from partial replacements to Mako robotic-assisted procedures.
Knee replacement (arthroplasty) resurfaces a worn or arthritic knee joint with metal and plastic implants. In the Sarasota-Bradenton metro, options range from partial (unicompartmental) replacement for limited arthritis to total knee replacement, and several practices offer Mako robotic-assisted surgery, which uses CT-based 3D planning to position implants precisely. Most knee replacements are performed at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, HCA Doctors Hospital, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, or affiliated outpatient surgery centers. Recovery typically involves physical therapy over several weeks to a few months. This is general information, not medical advice — your surgeon will determine the best approach for your knee.
Resurfaces all three compartments of the knee; the standard for widespread arthritis.
Replaces only the damaged compartment; smaller incision and often faster recovery for limited arthritis.
Uses CT-based 3D planning and a robotic arm to improve implant accuracy; offered by several local surgeons.
Performed at a surgery center with same-day discharge for healthy candidates.
A Florida medical license lets a physician practice, but board certification is the signal that a doctor completed accredited residency training and passed rigorous exams in their specialty. Look for certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) member board that matches the care you need — and verify it yourself.
Procedure facts on this page draw on authoritative medical sources. Confirm specifics in a consultation.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons — OrthoInfo ↗American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) ↗Choose a board-certified surgeon — and verify it yourself:
ABMS — Certification Matters ↗ Look up any U.S. physician’s board certification across all 24 ABMS member specialty boards. Florida DOH — License Verification ↗ Confirm an active Florida license and review any disciplinary history. NPI Registry (CMS) ↗ Verify a provider’s national identifier and registered specialty taxonomy. Medicare Care Compare ↗ Compare clinicians, hospitals and facilities on quality measures.