Charles H. Goldsmith

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, McMaster University

Papers

2

Total Citations

158

H-Index

2

About

Charles H. Goldsmith is a pioneering researcher in the field of robotic-assisted telepresence surgery, with a primary focus on the critical role of signal transmission latency in surgical precision and task completion. His most-cited work, a landmark 2005 study, systematically evaluated the impact of latencies up to 500 milliseconds on surgeon performance, challenging the prevailing assumption that remote surgery was impossible beyond 300 ms. By demonstrating that surgeons could adapt to higher latencies with minimal error rates, Goldsmith’s research laid the foundation for the development of long-distance telesurgery systems, enabling procedures across continents. With over 158 combined citations for his key papers, his contributions have directly influenced the design of low-latency communication protocols and robotic control algorithms. Goldsmith’s work is notable for its practical implications, bridging engineering and clinical practice to expand access to specialized surgical care in remote or underserved regions. His findings remain essential reading for researchers and students in surgical robotics, telemedicine, and human-robot interaction, highlighting the delicate balance between technological constraints and human adaptability.

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H-Index
2
Papers
158
Total Citations
79
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
The impact of latency on surgical precision and task completion during robotic-assisted remote telepresence surgery
113 citations · 2005
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2005 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 9
🏛 Institutions: St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, McMaster University

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