Colin M. Haines
Virginia Spine Institute, Vision Systems Incorporation (United States)
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128
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About
Colin M. Haines is a leading spine surgeon and researcher whose work is at the forefront of robotic and navigated spine surgery. His research focuses on evaluating the safety, accuracy, and long-term outcomes of robot-assisted techniques in thoracolumbar procedures. Dr. Haines has made major contributions by conducting large-scale, multicenter studies that provide robust clinical evidence for the adoption of these technologies. His landmark 2021 paper, with 49 citations, demonstrated no significant difference in outcomes between navigated and non-navigated robot cohorts across 2,800 screws and 372 patients. He also led a pivotal 5-year trends analysis (41 citations) showing that robot-assisted surgery maintains safety and efficacy over time, addressing prior limitations of small sample sizes. Notably, his work on S2AI screw placement showed that robotic guidance enables accurate placement without complications. Dr. Haines is also the principal investigator of the PRoGRSS study, a prospective multicenter effort examining the pairing of robotic guidance with 3D navigation, with interim results already published. His research has directly influenced surgical practice by validating robotic platforms as reliable tools for improving implant accuracy and reducing revision rates. With over 128 total citations, Dr. Haines is a key voice in the evidence-based adoption of robotics in spine surgery.
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