Fangzhou Ma

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Fangzhou Ma is a leading figure in the field of stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, with a primary focus on advancing deep brain stimulation (DBS) through robotic assistance. His most cited work, "Application of the robot-assisted implantation in deep brain stimulation" (2022, 15 citations), represents a pivotal contribution to the field. In this study, Ma and his team rigorously evaluated the accuracy of the Remebot robotic system, guided by a novel frameless videometric tracker, for DBS electrode implantation. By retrospectively reviewing 30 implantations, he demonstrated that robotic assistance can achieve high precision without the need for a traditional stereotactic frame, significantly streamlining the surgical workflow. This research not only validates the clinical utility of frameless robotic systems but also addresses a critical barrier to broader DBS adoption—the complexity and discomfort of frame-based procedures. Ma’s work has been instrumental in bridging the gap between advanced robotics and practical neurosurgical applications, offering a safer, more efficient pathway for treating movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease. His contributions continue to shape the future of minimally invasive brain surgery, making him a key innovator in the integration of robotics into neurosurgical practice.