Advita Ortho Achieves First GPS-Guided Shoulder Arthroplasty with Central Screw Baseplate
Event summary
- Advita Ortho completed its first surgical case using Advita GPS™ with the Central Screw Baseplate (CSB) on February 25, 2026.
- The procedure was performed by fellowship-trained shoulder surgeon Andrew S. Neviaser, MD.
- GPS Shoulder provides real-time feedback on implant positioning and screw trajectory during shoulder arthroplasty.
- The CSB is designed for both primary and complex revision cases, supporting fixation in neutral and augmented configurations.
The big picture
This milestone underscores Advita Ortho's push into data-driven surgical technologies, addressing the challenges of revision shoulder arthroplasty. The integration of GPS Shoulder with the CSB and Equinoxe® Reverse Shoulder System positions Advita Ortho to capture a larger share of the complex joint replacement market. The success of this first case could accelerate the adoption of navigation technology in orthopedic surgeries.
What we're watching
- Adoption Pace
- How quickly GPS Shoulder will be adopted by other surgeons for complex shoulder procedures.
- Clinical Outcomes
- Whether the real-time guidance provided by GPS Shoulder will improve clinical outcomes in revision cases.
- Market Differentiation
- The extent to which Advita Ortho can establish GPS Shoulder as a standard-setting navigation solution.
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