Shane Korber

Keck Hospital of USC, University of Southern California

Papers

Total Citations

191

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About

Shane Korber is a leading orthopedic researcher whose work centers on the adoption and impact of advanced surgical technologies in joint replacement. His primary research areas include computer navigation and robotic assistance in total knee and hip arthroplasty, with a focus on how these technologies influence surgical trends, patient outcomes, and healthcare disparities. Korber’s most influential contribution is his landmark 2019 study, “Trends in computer navigation and robotic assistance for total knee arthroplasty in the United States,” which has garnered 144 citations. This work provided the first comprehensive analysis of national utilization patterns, revealing significant demographic and hospital-level factors driving technology adoption. He extended this line of inquiry in 2021 with a similarly impactful study on technology-assisted total hip arthroplasty (47 citations), further characterizing the evolving landscape of robotic and navigated surgery. By leveraging large national databases, Korber has illuminated critical disparities in access to these innovations, offering actionable insights for surgeons, policymakers, and hospital administrators. His research is essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of surgical technology, healthcare equity, and evidence-based practice in orthopedics.