Isador H. Lieberman
Texas Health Dallas, Sheba Medical Center, Texas Back Institute, Cleveland Clinic
Papers
21
Total Citations
1,347
H-Index
13
About
Isador H. Lieberman is a pioneering spine surgeon and researcher whose career has been defined by his transformative contributions to robotic-assisted spinal surgery and minimally invasive techniques. As one of the earliest adopters and clinical evaluators of robotic guidance systems in spine surgery, Lieberman played a foundational role in establishing the clinical viability of the SpineAssist bone-mounted robotic platform, introducing its use for pedicle screw and translaminar facet screw placement in landmark studies dating back to 2006. His research has systematically addressed critical questions surrounding robotic spine surgery, including screw placement accuracy, radiation exposure reduction, procedural efficiency, and the learning curve associated with adopting these technologies — work that has collectively garnered over 1,200 citations. His investigations spanning cadaveric trials to complex clinical populations, including patients with spinal tumors and those requiring sacro-pelvic fixation, have helped shape modern surgical standards. Beyond robotics, Lieberman has contributed significantly to endoscopic spine surgery. His body of work reflects a sustained commitment to improving surgical precision and patient safety, making him an essential reference point for researchers and clinicians advancing the field of technological innovation in spinal surgery.
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- 5Robotic-Assisted Pedicle Screw Placement During Spine Surgery142 citations · 2020
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- 7Robotic assisted spinal surgery–from concept to clinical practice101 citations · 2007
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- 9Robotic assisted surgeries for the treatment of spine tumors49 citations · 2015
- 10Endoscopic Spine Surgery and Instrumentation47 citations · 2005