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Total Citations
276
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About
Roger M. Atkins is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of surgical robotics, medical imaging, and orthopedic surgery, with a particular focus on revolutionizing the treatment of complex intra-articular fractures. His body of work centers on developing robotic and image-guided systems that enable minimally invasive, percutaneous fracture reduction — significantly reducing the soft tissue damage, infection risk, and prolonged recovery associated with conventional open surgical procedures. Atkins has made landmark contributions through his development of the Robot-Assisted Fracture Surgery (RAFS) system, an integrated platform combining real-time 3D imaging, CT/fluoroscope image registration, and semi-automated robotic control to achieve precise anatomical bone fragment alignment. His research bridges critical engineering and clinical challenges, including force-torque sensing, vision-based position control, and rigorous stakeholder-driven system design to ensure patient safety. With over 260 cumulative citations across his most influential publications, his work has attracted sustained international attention from both the robotics and orthopedic surgery communities. His 2017 paper on image-guided robotic systems for percutaneous fracture reduction stands as his most recognized contribution, reflecting the growing clinical demand for smarter, safer surgical technologies. Atkins' research represents a compelling vision for the future of precision orthopedic intervention.
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- 5Robot-Assisted Fracture Surgery: Surgical Requirements and System Design25 citations · 2018
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- 8Design and real-time control of a robotic system for fracture manipulation15 citations · 2015
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