James T. Patton

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James T. Patton is a prominent orthopaedic surgeon and researcher whose work has fundamentally advanced the understanding and clinical adoption of robotic-assisted joint arthroplasty. His research spans total knee, total hip, and unicompartmental knee arthroplasty, with a particular focus on comparing robotic-arm assisted techniques against conventional manual surgical approaches. Through rigorous systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and clinical outcome studies, Patton has consistently demonstrated that robotic-assisted procedures offer superior component positioning accuracy and improved patient-reported outcomes. His highly cited 2021 systematic review on robotic-arm assisted total knee arthroplasty alone has garnered 258 citations, reflecting its significant influence on surgical practice worldwide. Equally impactful is his work on cost-effectiveness, showing that robotic unicompartmental knee arthroplasty delivers meaningful value relative to manual alternatives — a critical contribution as healthcare systems scrutinize resource allocation. His research on learning curves has helped guide surgeons transitioning to robotic platforms, and his exploration of early functional and muscle recovery outcomes breaks new ground in understanding patient rehabilitation. With over 770 cumulative citations across his most recognized works, Patton stands as a leading voice shaping evidence-based practice in modern reconstructive joint surgery.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Robotic‐arm assisted total knee arthroplasty is associated with improved accuracy and patient reported outcomes: a systematic review and meta‐analysis

   258 citations · 2021
2. 2
   Robotic arm-assisted versus manual total hip arthroplasty

   140 citations · 2021
3. 3
   Robotic arm-assisted versus manual unicompartmental knee arthroplasty

   83 citations · 2022
4. 4
   Robot-assisted unicompartmental knee arthroplasty for patients with isolated medial compartment osteoarthritis is cost-effective

   74 citations · 2019
5. 5
   A systematic review of robotic-assisted unicompartmental knee arthroplasty

   73 citations · 2019
6. 6
   Robotic arm-assisted versus manual total hip arthroplasty

   69 citations · 2020
7. 7
   Robotic-assisted unicompartmental knee arthroplasty has a greater early functional outcome when compared to manual total knee arthroplasty for isolated medial compartment arthritis

   47 citations · 2020
8. 8
   A Cost-Utility Analysis of Robotic Arm-Assisted Total Hip Arthroplasty: Using Robotic Data from the Private Sector and Manual Data from the National Health Service

   17 citations · 2022
9. 9
   Correction to: Robotic‑arm assisted total knee arthroplasty is associated with improved accuracy and patient reported outcomes: a systematic review and meta‑analysis

   7 citations · 2021
10. 10
    Early muscle recovery following robotic-assisted unicompartmental knee arthroplasty

    2 citations · 2023

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