Greg Ryan

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Greg Ryan is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of fetal surgery and robotic technology, with a primary focus on advancing minimally invasive treatments for congenital anomalies. His major contributions center on the development and validation of fetoscopic robotic techniques for in utero spina bifida repair, specifically for myelomeningocele. Ryan’s landmark 2025 study, "Fetoscopic Robotic Open Spina Bifida Treatment (FROST)," demonstrated the preclinical feasibility of robotic repair using a simulation training model, systematically documenting the learning curve and ensuring quality control among surgeons—a critical step toward clinical translation. His earlier 2018 simulation work laid the foundational framework for robotic in utero myelomeningocele repair. Though his citation counts are currently modest (5 and 3 citations respectively), these studies represent cutting-edge work in a highly specialized and emerging field, where technical innovation and safety validation are paramount. Ryan’s research is notable for its rigorous methodology, employing cumulative summation testing to objectively assess surgical proficiency, and for addressing a pressing clinical need: improving outcomes for fetuses with spina bifida while minimizing maternal and fetal risks. His work positions him as a key contributor to the future of robotic fetal surgery.