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Pierre Putzeys is a leading orthopedic researcher whose work is reshaping total hip and knee arthroplasty through the integration of robotic-arm assistance, functional implant positioning, and spinopelvic biomechanics. His core research focuses on how the spine-pelvis-hip complex functions as a single unit, and he has pioneered the concept of "functional implant positioning"—tailoring implant placement to each patient’s unique phenotype and postural mechanics to maximize stability and range of motion. His highly cited 2022 paper on this topic (32 citations) and his 2022 review of robotic-arm-assisted workflows (22 citations) have become foundational references in the field. Putzeys has also advanced the understanding of spinopelvic imbalance, demonstrating how robotic assistance can address this challenge. His 2024 study showing strong correlation between standing long-leg radiographs and CT scans for measuring coronal knee alignment (19 citations) further underscores his methodological rigor. Most recently, he has ventured into artificial intelligence, exploring supervised learning algorithms to predict impingement in THA patients. With over 100 total citations and a rapidly growing body of work, Putzeys is at the forefront of personalized, technology-driven joint replacement surgery.