LOUISVILLE, Colo. — When you need spine surgery, confidence matters -- knowing your care team can see clearly, plan carefully and adjust in the moment to support your healing.
At AdventHealth Avista, patients now have access to one of the most advanced spine surgery platforms designed to make surgical procedures more precise and personalized. The Stealth Axis™ system brings imaging, surgical planning, navigation and real-time guidance together in one connected experience.
With today’s launch, AdventHealth Avista becomes one of the first three hospitals in the country and the first in the western United States to bring this innovative technology to patients.
Led by Dr. Sharad Rajpal, this integrated approach helps surgeons better understand each patient’s anatomy before surgery and stay aligned with that plan throughout the procedure.
“This unified technology allows us to plan with greater detail and make adjustments in real time, with the patient’s anatomy,” Dr. Rajpal said. “It helps us safer care for each patient in a way that reflects their specific needs.”
Unlike earlier systems that required multiple systems, this platform works smoothly as one. It can now even track natural movement in the spine during surgery, helping surgeons stay precise as the body shifts.
This technology is designed to support a more thoughtful, personalized surgical experience before, during and after your procedure, offering:
- Care shaped around you: Each surgical plan reflects your unique anatomy and condition
- Greater precision: Advanced imaging and guidance help improve alignment and placement
- Real-time adjustments: Surgeons can respond as your body moves during surgery
- Stronger outcomes: Accuracy supports safer procedures for a faster recovery
This technology can be used across a wide range of spine procedures, from minimally invasive surgeries to more complex cases involving the neck, back or pelvis.
At AdventHealth Avista, innovation is always guided by purpose -- helping people heal in body, mind and spirit. Bringing this technology first to Colorado means more patients can receive advanced, personalized care close to home, surrounded by the support they need.
By combining leading technology with compassionate care, AdventHealth Avista continues to support each patient’s journey toward feeling whole.
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