Max Robotics — Global Service Robot Directory + US Certification

About

Dr. Martin Boerner is a pioneering orthopedic surgeon whose work has fundamentally shaped the integration of robotics into joint replacement surgery. Based at the Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik (BGU) in Frankfurt, his research focuses on the clinical application of surgical robots for total hip and knee arthroplasty. Dr. Boerner’s major contribution lies in demonstrating the feasibility, safety, and reproducibility of robotic-assisted procedures in a high-volume clinical setting. He was instrumental in the transition of the ROBODOC® system from experimental studies to routine clinical use, documenting the outcomes of over 3,800 robotic hip replacements—a landmark achievement that provided early, large-scale evidence of the technology’s benefits. His work on the “pinless” system further advanced the field by eliminating the need for invasive bone pins, improving patient comfort and surgical workflow. With his most-cited paper accumulating 15 citations, Dr. Boerner’s legacy is that of a clinical innovator who helped prove that robotic assistance could enhance precision in complex orthopedic surgeries, laying the groundwork for the widespread adoption of computer-assisted joint replacement today.