Donald Whiting

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Donald Whiting is a leading neurosurgeon whose work centers on the advancement of robotic and navigational technologies in spinal surgery. His primary research focus is the comparative effectiveness and safety of emerging surgical platforms, particularly in posterior spinal instrumentation. Whiting’s most impactful contribution is a landmark single-surgeon study directly comparing O-arm neuronavigation with the Mazor X robotic guidance system. This 2020 paper, which has garnered 62 citations, provides critical, real-world data on the accuracy and workflow differences between these two high-precision techniques, helping to define best practices in the field. He has also authored key reviews on the complications inherent to robotic spine surgery, offering essential guidance for mitigating risks as these systems become more widespread. Most recently, Whiting has expanded his expertise into wearable and wireless healthcare systems, signaling a broader interest in integrating technology for patient monitoring. His work is instrumental for surgeons and researchers navigating the rapid evolution of computer-assisted orthopedics, providing the evidence base needed to adopt these powerful but complex tools safely.