A.H. Deakin

Golden Jubilee National Hospital, University of Strathclyde

Papers

Total Citations

125

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About

A.H. Deakin is a leading orthopaedic researcher whose work is shaping the future of joint replacement surgery. His primary focus lies at the intersection of computer-assisted technologies and minimally invasive techniques, particularly for knee arthroplasty. Deakin’s most impactful contribution is his landmark 2019 review, *"Computer assisted orthopaedic surgery: Past, present and future,"* which has garnered 78 citations. In this work, he compellingly highlights a critical paradox: while computer technology is ubiquitous in neurosurgery, fewer than 5% of orthopaedic surgeons utilize it, making a powerful case for broader adoption. He has also advanced the field of minimally invasive total knee replacement (36 citations) and pioneered the use of robotic tools, as demonstrated in his 2014 study on a robotically-controlled freehand sculpting tool for unicondylar knee arthroplasty (11 citations). This work is particularly significant, showing that robotic assistance can achieve superior bone preservation and clinical outcomes for patients with limited knee arthritis. Through his research, Deakin is not only documenting the present state of the art but actively building a future where orthopaedic surgery is more precise, less invasive, and consistently enhanced by technology.