Papers
7
Total Citations
156
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About
Laura A. Snyder is a neurosurgeon and researcher whose work sits at the intersection of minimally invasive spine surgery and robotic technology. Her research has significantly advanced the integration of robotics into spinal procedures, particularly focusing on improving the precision, safety, and efficiency of pedicle screw placement — a technically demanding component of spinal fusion surgery. Snyder's most influential contribution, a 2019 quantitative assessment of robotically guided percutaneous pedicle screw placement (69 citations), provided critical evidence for the accuracy and reliability of robotic systems in minimally invasive surgical workflows. Her 2021 systematic review of robotics in spine surgery (46 citations) further cemented her role as a leading voice synthesizing the field's evolving evidence base. Beyond surgical technique, her work extends into rehabilitation engineering, including the design of a soft robotic back orthosis for chronic pain management, demonstrating a holistic approach to spinal health. Through operative videos and technical guides, Snyder has also contributed to surgical education, helping colleagues adopt robotic workflows in transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion procedures. With ongoing inquiry into neurosurgery's broader robotic future, her career reflects a sustained commitment to translating emerging technology into tangible patient benefit.
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- 2Robotics in spine surgery: A systematic review46 citations · 2021
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- 4Design and Development of a Soft Robotic Back Orthosis11 citations · 2018
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- 6Where are all the neurosurgery robots?2 citations · 2025
- 7Spine2 citations · 2019