Helen Shi

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Children's Hospital of Oklahoma

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Dr. Helen Shi is a pioneering neurosurgeon and researcher whose work sits at the intersection of robotics, spine surgery, and epilepsy treatment. Her most influential contribution, the 2021 systematic review "Robotics in spine surgery" (46 citations), provides the field with a critical, evidence-based synthesis of robotic applications, establishing benchmarks for precision and safety that have guided subsequent clinical adoption. Dr. Shi’s expertise extends into functional neurosurgery, as demonstrated by her 2023 study on the learning curve in robotic stereoelectroencephalography (sEEG), where she offers a single-platform analysis that helps surgical teams optimize training and minimize complications. This work is notable for its practical focus on translating high-tech tools into reproducible, everyday clinical practice. With a career dedicated to rigorous evaluation of emerging technologies, Dr. Shi’s research not only advances surgical technique but also equips the next generation of surgeons with the data needed to adopt robotics responsibly. Her growing citation record reflects a researcher whose insights are shaping the future of minimally invasive neurosurgery.