September 30, 2025 – Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) is proud to announce the introduction of the OrthoGrid® Hip AI system at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) at NCH in Naples, making it the only hospital in Southwest Florida using this advanced, artificial intelligence powered technology to improve outcomes for hip replacement patients.

OrthoGrid Hip AI provides orthopedic surgeons with real-time, intraoperative imaging analysis to enhance precision in implant positioning, leg length measurement, and alignment during total hip replacement procedures. By overlaying AI-based guidance on live fluoroscopic images, the system helps surgeons reduce variability and improve consistency in surgical outcomes.

“This technology gives us an unparalleled level of accuracy and confidence during surgery,” said Jeffrey Stimac, MD, orthopedic surgeon at HSS at NCH. “The ability to make precise adjustments in real time means we can better restore patients’ mobility, minimize complications, and help them return to active lives faster.”

As part of NCH’s continued investment in state-of-the-art care, the adoption of OrthoGrid Hip AI underscores its commitment to bringing the most advanced surgical innovations to the region.

“The introduction of OrthoGrid at HSS at NCH reinforces our position as a leader in orthopedic care,” said David Backstein, MD, Medical Director, HSS at NCH. “Our patients can feel confident knowing they have access to cutting-edge technology available at only a handful of centers nationwide, and we are proud to be the first and only in Southwest Florida to offer it.”

OrthoGrid Hip AI seamlessly integrates into the surgical workflow, allowing surgeons to focus on patient outcomes without disrupting efficiency in the operating room. Its advanced algorithms assist with critical tasks such as leg length discrepancy correction, offset restoration, and cup orientation, all of which are vital for long-term success in hip replacement procedures.

The launch of OrthoGrid at HSS at NCH reflects NCH’s ongoing mission to elevate the level of care available to the Southwest Florida community, bringing world-class expertise and advanced technology close to home.

ABOUT NCH

NCH (Naples Comprehensive Health) is an Advanced Community Healthcare System™ serving Southwest Florida with premier routine, critical, and specialty care. NCH, a locally governed non-profit, is recognized as one of Healthgrades America’s Top 50 Hospitals which puts it in the top 1% in the nation for clinical excellence, in addition to being named a Top 50 Hospital for Surgical Care. The system is more than just two hospitals (referred to as the NCH Baker Hospital and NCH North Hospital) with a total of 713 beds – NCH is an alliance of over 750 physicians and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida and is the region’s only Joint Commission accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center. NCH cardiac care is ranked top three in the state by Healthgrades. NCH collaborates with the Hospital for Special Surgery for orthopedics, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital for pediatrics, and ProScan Imaging for radiology services, ensuring top-tier medical care is available in Southwest Florida. With the largest provider network, urgent/immediate care centers, diagnostic facilities, and two hospitals, NCH is always advancing the quality of care near you. For more information, visit www.NCHmd.org.