Pak Lin Chin

Singapore General Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Hospital

Papers

4

Total Citations

560

H-Index

3

About

Pak Lin Chin is a leading orthopaedic surgeon and researcher whose work has fundamentally advanced the field of robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty (TKA). His research centers on improving surgical precision and patient outcomes through innovative robotic technologies. Chin’s major contributions include landmark prospective randomized trials demonstrating that robotic-assisted TKA significantly outperforms conventional methods in restoring the joint line and mechanical axis. His 2013 study, cited over 260 times, provided critical evidence for the accuracy of robotic systems, while his 2016 follow-up, with over 200 citations, showed that this precision translates into meaningful improvements in quality-of-life measures for patients. Chin has also been instrumental in detailing the clinical application of the TSolution-One® (Robodoc) system, an active-autonomous, image-based robotic milling platform. His work has established a new standard for implant positioning and consistency in TKA. With cumulative citations exceeding 560, Chin’s research has not only validated robotic assistance in joint replacement but has also shaped surgical practice, offering patients more reliable outcomes and faster recoveries. His contributions continue to inspire further innovation in orthopaedic robotics.

Research Focus

Key Achievements

3
H-Index
4
Papers
560
Total Citations
140
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robot-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty Accurately Restores the Joint Line and Mechanical Axis. A Prospective Randomised Study
262 citations · 2013
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2013 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 9
🏛 Institutions: Singapore General Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Hospital

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