About Us

ArthroLase is an Australian private company focused on developing an intelligent joint resurfacing system using advanced laser robotics (HAiLO™) and next gen prostheses (AIRO-x™) that can closely replicate natural joint function for millions of patients who suffer osteoarthritis.

The team at ArthroLase are committed to successfully deliver on our vision to restore vitality and movement to the world and in doing so transform the global practice of orthopaedics.

Our Journey

2015

  • Incorporation of company

2016

  • Multiphysics computational laser model patent licensed
  • Proof of Concept laser bone shaping
  • First patent filed

2017

  • Quality Management System launched

2018

  • Awarded prestigious AU$1m Accelerating Commercialisation grant from the Australian Federal Government for the HAiLO™ system

2019

  • Strategic engineering hires
  • Next-Gen implant designed
  • Dedicated Laser Prototyping Facility established

2020

  • Additional patents filed
  • ISO13485 Accreditation

2021

  • Robotic-assisted dynamic digital sensing sub-system prototype cadaver test
  • Digital profile scan of human bone tissue
  • Additional patents filed

2022

  • Recertification of ISO13485 accreditation
  • Awarded prestigious ARC linkage grant by the Australian Research Council with Macquarie University for high powered laser development
  • Series A capital raise launched

2023

  • 52% increase in bone ablation efficiency
  • Surgeon advisors appointed
  • AU$3.5 million Series A close (oversubscribed)
  • Presentation at International Society for Technology in Arthroplasty (ISTA) Annual Meeting New York, US
  • Triannual Recertified ISO1485 Accreditation
  • Engineering team expanded

2024

  • HAiLO™ Works-Like prototype complete
  • World-first HAiLO™ Cadaver test
  • FDA awards HAiLO™ Breakthrough Designation status
  • Rebranded to ArthroLase

Today

ArthroLase is focused on shaping the future of orthopaedics with laser precision, in our relentless pursuit to restore movement and vitality to millions of patients globally. We aim to revolutionise patient, surgeon, and payer satisfaction through pioneering cutting-edge laser bone shaping orthopaedic technology.

Team

A/Prof. Brett Robertson

A/Prof. Brett Robertson
Managing Director/CEO
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Prof. Riaz Khan

Prof. Riaz Khan
Chairman/Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Richard Chipper

Richard Chipper
Chief Technology Officer
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Claire Mortoni

Claire Mortoni, CFA
Chief Financial Officer
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Christian Reyboz

Christian Reyboz
Board Advisor
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Peter Traianou

Peter Traianou
Board Advisor
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Samuel Withers

Sam Withers
Senior Mechatronic Engineer
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Nick Dumas

Nick Dumas
Senior Software/Electronic Engineer
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Ryan Breuer

Ryan Breuer
Computer Systems Engineer
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Maisha Zaman

Maisha Zaman
Biomedical Engineer
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Fraser Loneragan

Fraser Loneragan
Software Engineer
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Jake Lorkin

Jake Lorkin
Electrical and Computer Science Engineer
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Josh Troy

Josh Troy
Physicist
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Sajan Kuriakose

Sajan Kuriakose
Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse

Medical and Scientific Advisory Committee

Dr David Liu

Dr David Liu
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Dr Benjamin Hewitt

Dr Benjamin Hewitt
Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr Michael Facek

Dr Michael Facek
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Global Knowledge Partners

Since inception, ArthroLase has driven a strategic local and global collaboration strategy, harnessing Australian expertise and augmenting it with knowledge from the very brightest international experts.

ArthroLase actively collaborates with experts in material science, artificial intelligence, optics and photonics, who are leaders in their respective fields, and have proven success commercialising their knowledge. ArthroLase’s partners include:

Past Fellows, Scholars and Interns

Jake Lorkin

Jake Lorkin
2023 CEEDWA Scholar
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Monet Farrugia

Monet Farrugia
2023 Intern Researcher
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Carl Alveres

Carl Alveres
2023 Intern Researcher
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Agnibho Gangopadhyay

Agnibho Gangopadhyay
2023 Intern Researcher
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Vanessa Ma

Vanessa Ma
2022 CEEDWA Scholar
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Shefali Tantry

Shefali Tantry
2022 Intern Researcher
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Ankush Dugar

Ankush Dugar
2022 Intern Researcher
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Josh Troy

Josh Troy
2022 Intern Researcher
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Evan Savigni

Evan Savigni
2022 Intern Researcher
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Dr Rajitha Gunaratne

Dr Rajitha Gunaratne
Fellow
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Dr Johannes Stock

Dr Johannes Stock
Fellow