Joon Kyu Lee
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Dr. Joon Kyu Lee is a leading orthopaedic surgeon and researcher whose work is reshaping total knee arthroplasty (TKA) through the precision of robotic assistance. His primary research focus is the optimization of alignment strategies and gap-balancing techniques in robotic arm-assisted TKA (RTKA) to improve patient outcomes. Dr. Lee’s most impactful contribution is his landmark 2024 study, which demonstrated that functional alignment in RTKA yields significantly better patient-reported outcomes than traditional mechanical alignment (50 citations). This work provides critical, evidence-based guidance for surgeons seeking to maximize the advantages of robotic technology. He has also made vital contributions to surgical technique, identifying that large posterior osteophytes can cause asymmetric extension gaps after bony resection, a finding that refines pre-resection gap balancing protocols. By directly addressing the gap between technological capability and clinical satisfaction, Dr. Lee’s research—garnering over 50 recent citations—is instrumental in moving the field toward more personalized, functionally-driven knee replacement that prioritizes what matters most: the patient’s own experience and recovery.
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