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James A. Browne is a leading orthopaedic surgeon and researcher whose work critically examines the intersection of surgical innovation, training, and financial transparency in hip and knee arthroplasty. His research focuses on three key areas: the educational impact of robotic-assisted surgery, the influence of industry funding on clinical evidence, and the real-world outcomes of navigated and robotic total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Browne’s major contributions include demonstrating that robotic-assisted TKA may compromise resident training opportunities, raising important questions about surgical education in an era of advanced technology. His 2024 review of economic analyses revealed a troubling association between industry funding and conclusions favoring new technologies, with 8 citations highlighting its relevance to evidence-based practice. Most notably, his 2025 analysis of the American Joint Replacement Registry—with 6 citations—found that robotic and navigated TKA do not improve 5-year survivorship compared to conventional TKA, challenging widespread assumptions about their superiority. With over 30 citations across his most influential works, Browne’s rigorous, data-driven approach provides essential guidance for surgeons, trainees, and policymakers navigating the adoption of new technologies in arthroplasty.