Alexander Himstead

University of California, Irvine

Papers

2

Total Citations

44

H-Index

2

About

Dr. Alexander Himstead is a leading researcher in the field of robotic spine surgery, with a particular focus on minimally invasive techniques and bony fixation. His most influential work introduces the concept of Simultaneous Robotic Single-Position Surgery (SR-SPS), a groundbreaking approach that combines oblique lumbar interbody fusion with robotic assistance in a single patient position. This case series, which has garnered 33 citations, demonstrates the potential to reduce operative times and improve surgical efficiency. Dr. Himstead further solidified his expertise through a systematic review and meta-analysis on bony fixation in the robotic era, a work that has accumulated 11 citations and provides critical evidence for the safety and efficacy of robotic-guided screw placement. His contributions are shaping the next generation of spinal surgery by merging precision robotics with streamlined workflows. Dr. Himstead’s research is essential reading for clinicians and engineers aiming to optimize patient outcomes through technological innovation, marking him as a rising authority in the intersection of robotics and spinal biomechanics.

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Key Achievements

2
H-Index
2
Papers
44
Total Citations
22
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Simultaneous Robotic Single-Position Surgery (SR-SPS) with Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion: A Case Series
33 citations · 2021
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2021 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 12
🏛 Institutions: University of California, Irvine

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