Harminder Singh

NewYork–Presbyterian Hospital, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

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Harminder Singh is a pioneering neurosurgeon and researcher whose work sits at the intersection of minimally invasive neurosurgery and advanced neurotechnology. His primary research areas include laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT), robotic-assisted neurosurgery, and exoscope-assisted spine surgery. Singh’s most notable contribution is his proof-of-concept study on minimally invasive robotic laser corpus callosotomy, which demonstrated the feasibility of using LITT to perform anterior two-thirds and complete corpus callosotomies—a procedure traditionally requiring open surgery. This work, cited 22 times, has opened new avenues for treating patients with medically refractory epilepsy by reducing surgical morbidity. More recently, Singh has advanced the field of exoscope-assisted spine surgery, authoring a systematic review that evaluates its utility across a spectrum of spinal pathologies, from basic to complex cases. His research addresses critical challenges in surgical visualization and intraoperative navigation, offering solutions that enhance precision and patient outcomes. Singh’s contributions are shaping the future of neurosurgery, making complex procedures safer and more accessible, and his work continues to inspire researchers and clinicians seeking to integrate cutting-edge technology into surgical practice.