Amy S. Wasterlain

New York University Langone Orthopedic Hospital, NYU Langone Health

Papers

Total Citations

108

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About

Amy S. Wasterlain is a leading orthopedic surgeon and researcher whose work is transforming joint replacement surgery through advanced technology. Her primary research focuses on computer-assisted navigation and robotics in total hip and knee arthroplasty, where she investigates how these tools improve surgical precision and patient outcomes. In her highly cited 2017 paper on navigation and robotics in total hip arthroplasty (78 citations), she demonstrated how robotic arms and navigation systems provide real-time anatomical guidance to optimize implant positioning. Her companion work on knee arthroplasty (30 citations) showed that computer-assisted navigation leads to improved component alignment and reduced variability compared to traditional techniques. Collectively, her research has helped establish the evidence base for adopting these technologies in routine practice, showing that they enhance accuracy without increasing complication rates. Dr. Wasterlain’s contributions are particularly valuable for surgeons and trainees seeking to understand the practical benefits and limitations of computer-assisted surgery. Her work continues to shape how orthopedic surgeons integrate robotics and navigation into their clinical workflows, ultimately aiming to improve implant longevity and patient satisfaction.