Iris Leung

Chinese University of Hong Kong, Alice Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital

Papers

Total Citations

112

H-Index

About

Iris Leung is a pioneering researcher in surgical robotics, with a focused expertise in developing robotic systems for otolaryngology—specifically, functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS). Her major contributions center on addressing the critical limitations of teleoperated robots in minimally invasive nasal procedures, where conventional instruments are often too bulky and setup is cumbersome. Leung’s flagship innovation, the Foot-Controlled Robot-Enabled EnDOscope Manipulator (FREEDOM), introduces a novel foot-controlled interface that allows surgeons to independently manipulate the endoscope, eliminating reliance on an assistant. Her work, spanning from the foundational "Development of a robotic endoscope holder for nasal surgery" (27 citations) to the cadaveric feasibility study of the FREE prototype (40 citations) and culminating in the FREEDOM system’s design and evaluation (45 citations), demonstrates a clear trajectory from concept to clinical validation. With over 112 total citations across her most-cited papers, Leung’s research has significantly advanced the ergonomics and precision of sinus surgery, offering a transformative solution that enhances surgeon autonomy and procedural efficiency. Her achievements underscore a commitment to translating engineering innovation into tangible surgical improvements.