Liana Chotikul

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Liana Chotikul is a pioneering spine surgeon whose work is redefining the precision and safety of complex spinal surgery. Her primary research focuses on the integration of robotic instrumentation in posterior spinal fusion, a high-stakes procedure for correcting deformities and stabilizing the spine. In her landmark 2023 study, "100 Complex Posterior Spinal Fusion Cases Performed with Robotic Instrumentation," Chotikul demonstrated that robotic assistance can dramatically improve screw placement accuracy and reduce complication rates in even the most challenging cases. This work, which has garnered 9 citations in a short time, provides critical evidence for the adoption of robotic technology in orthopedic and neurosurgical practice. By systematically analyzing a large cohort of patients, she has helped establish benchmarks for surgical outcomes and patient safety. Chotikul’s contributions are particularly notable for bridging the gap between emerging robotic systems and real-world clinical application, offering a roadmap for surgeons transitioning to minimally invasive, technology-driven approaches. Her research is essential reading for any clinician or trainee seeking to understand the future of spinal surgery.