Rahul Khare

Smith & Nephew (United States), Children's National

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Rahul Khare is a leading researcher in the field of robotic-assisted orthopedic surgery, with a primary focus on improving the precision and outcomes of joint replacement procedures. His major contributions center on the development and validation of novel robotic systems for total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and unicondylar knee arthroplasty (UKA). In his landmark 2018 study, which has garnered 61 citations, Khare demonstrated that a novel image-free handheld robot significantly enhances the accuracy of bone preparation and limb alignment in TKA compared to conventional techniques. This work established a new benchmark for semiautonomous surgical navigation. He further extended this research to UKA, showing that robotic assistance improves implant orientation accuracy, a critical factor for long-term implant survival. Beyond the knee, Khare has also explored robotic manipulation of flexible endoscopes, aiming to create more intuitive controls for urological procedures. His work is notable for bridging the gap between advanced robotics and practical surgical applications, directly impacting how surgeons approach joint replacement. Through rigorous cadaveric studies, Khare has provided the foundational evidence needed to translate these technologies into the operating room, making him a key figure in the evolution of precision orthopedics.