Zeynep Yakay
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About
Zeynep Yakay is a rising researcher at the forefront of intelligent orthopedic surgery, specializing in the intersection of robotic systems, patient-specific biomechanics, and spinal fixation. Her work addresses a critical clinical challenge: improving surgical outcomes for patients with osteoporosis, who face high risks of screw loosening and pullout during spinal fixation. Yakay’s major contribution is the development of a synergistic, patient-specific framework that combines a novel flexible pedicle screw with a complementary steerable drilling robotic system. This approach allows surgeons to navigate complex, low bone mineral density (BMD) trajectories that rigid screws cannot follow, thereby enhancing fixation stability. Her most cited paper (2025, 7 citations) details this integrated system, while her earlier work (2024, 3 citations) established the autonomous, patient-specific planning framework. Though early in her career, Yakay’s research is already recognized for its translational potential, offering a tangible path toward safer, more effective spinal surgeries. Her work exemplifies how robotics and personalized design can solve long-standing problems in orthopedics, making her a promising voice in surgical innovation.
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