Manuel Ferreira

University of Washington

Papers

1

Total Citations

32

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About

Manuel Ferreira is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of neurosurgery and surgical robotics, with a primary focus on advancing minimally invasive approaches to complex skull base procedures. His most recognized work, "Multiportal Robotic Access to the Anterior Cranial Fossa" (2013), represents a landmark contribution to the field, systematically addressing the formidable engineering and anatomical challenges that have historically limited robotic integration in skull base surgery — particularly the narrow funnel effect, steep approach angles, and instrumentation size constraints. By rigorously evaluating both surgical feasibility and engineering requirements, Ferreira helped lay the groundwork for next-generation robotic platforms capable of navigating the intricate architecture of the anterior cranial fossa. This work, which has garnered 32 citations, reflects the broader community's recognition of its value in bridging the gap between robotic technology and neurosurgical application. Ferreira's contributions are particularly meaningful for trainees and researchers exploring how emerging technologies can be safely and effectively translated into high-stakes surgical environments, where precision, access, and instrumentation design are critical to patient outcomes.

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Papers
32
Total Citations
32
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Multiportal Robotic Access to the Anterior Cranial Fossa: A Surgical and Engineering Feasibility Study
32 citations · 2013
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2013 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 6
🏛 Institutions: University of Washington

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