E. Glassman

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E. Glassman is a pioneering figure in the field of medical robotics, with a primary focus on image-directed robotic systems for orthopaedic surgery. Their most significant contribution is the development of a robotic system designed to augment human surgeons in precise bone machining procedures, initially targeting cementless total hip replacement surgery. This system integrates interactive CT-based presurgical planning with robotic precision to improve implant fit and patient outcomes. Glassman’s landmark 1994 paper, "An image-directed robotic system for precise orthopaedic surgery," has garnered 354 citations, underscoring its foundational impact on the field. Their work also addresses critical safety considerations, as detailed in the 1991 paper "Taming the bull: safety in a precise surgical robot" (45 citations), and includes clinical validation through canine trials, as reported in "Robotic total hip replacement surgery in dogs" (13 citations). By demonstrating that robotic assistance can enhance surgical accuracy and safety, Glassman laid the groundwork for modern computer-assisted orthopaedic surgery, influencing both clinical practice and subsequent research in surgical robotics.

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1. 1
   An image-directed robotic system for precise orthopaedic surgery

   354 citations · 1994
2. 2
   Taming the bull: safety in a precise surgical robot

   45 citations · 1991
3. 3
   An Image-directed Robotic System For Precise Orthopaedic Surgery

   22 citations · 2005
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   An image-directed robotic system for hip replacemetn surgery.

   19 citations · 1990
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   Robotic total hip replacement surgery in dogs

   13 citations · 2003

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