Alice S Wang
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Alice S. Wang is a clinical researcher whose work focuses on the intersection of advanced neuromodulation and surgical precision in the treatment of movement disorders, particularly Parkinson’s disease. Her most cited study, “Two-year clinical outcomes associated with robotic-assisted subthalamic lead implantation in patients with Parkinson’s disease” (2019, 18 citations), provides critical long-term evidence supporting the use of robotic assistance for deep brain stimulation (DBS) lead placement. This work demonstrates that robotic-assisted subthalamic nucleus implantation yields sustained motor improvement and a favorable safety profile over a two-year follow-up, offering a rigorous benchmark for comparing traditional frame-based versus robot-assisted techniques. By quantifying clinical outcomes such as UPDRS scores and medication reduction, Wang’s research directly informs surgical decision-making and patient counseling. Her contributions are especially valuable for neurosurgeons and neurologists seeking to optimize DBS accuracy and reliability. With a growing citation footprint, Wang is establishing herself as a key voice in the evidence-based adoption of surgical robotics for functional neurosurgery, bridging the gap between technological innovation and tangible patient benefit.
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