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Charles W. Kanaly is a spine surgery researcher whose work centers on the advancing frontier of robotic-assisted spinal surgery, with a particular focus on pedicle screw placement accuracy and patient safety. His research has made meaningful contributions to understanding how robotic guidance systems can improve surgical precision in spinal stabilization procedures. In a 2022 multicenter retrospective study — his most cited work with 19 citations — Kanaly and colleagues systematically examined the factors influencing accuracy in robot-assisted pedicle screw placement, providing clinicians with a nuanced framework for evaluating robotic performance. A companion case series analyzing the ExcelsiusGPS robotic guidance system (9 citations) offered system-specific accuracy data that helps substantiate the real-world value of robotic tools in spinal surgery. Perhaps most notably, his research demonstrating that robotic assistance allows surgeons to use larger pedicle screw sizes while simultaneously improving safety — as validated through triggered electromyographic testing — represents a compelling argument for broader adoption of robotic platforms. Collectively, Kanaly's work bridges technical innovation and clinical evidence, offering spine surgeons data-driven insights to optimize both surgical outcomes and patient safety.