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Robotic and minimally invasive spine surgery: emerging innovations and contemporary outcomes

Guest Editors:
Ahmad Ozair, MD, Johns Hopkins University, USA


BMC Surgery is presenting our Collection Robotic and minimally invasive spine surgery: emerging innovations and contemporary outcomes, dedicated to the advancements and innovations in the field. The primary aim of the topical collection is to provide a comprehensive platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research and clinical insights related to robotic and minimally invasive spine surgery. The collection comprises research from surgeons and other healthcare professionals to contribute to this rapidly evolving discipline.


New Content ItemThis Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being

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Ahmad Ozair, MD, Johns Hopkins University, USA

Ahmad Ozair, MD, is a neurosurgery researcher based at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (JH-BSPH). He holds the prestigious Sommer Scholarship, JH-BSPH's flagship scholarship, a recognition awarded to only 14 individuals globally. Dr. Ozair graduated as the top student from one of India's leading medical schools.His extensive research contributions are evidenced by over 60 peer-reviewed papers in the field of clinical outcomes, garnering more than 1000 citations. Dr. Ozair is an active member of the Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee of the North American Spine Society (NASS). Additionally, he has been honored with the AANS/CNS Mahaley-Rosenblum Clinical Research Award and the Clarendon Scholarship from the University of Oxford.

About the Collection

BMC Surgery is presnting our Collection Robotic and minimally invasive spine surgery: emerging innovations and contemporary outcomes, dedicated to the advancements and innovations in the field. The primary aim of the topical collection is to provide a comprehensive platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research and clinical insights related to robotic and minimally invasive spine surgery. We highlight contributions from surgeons, researchers, patient safety and quality advocates, and other healthcare professionals to contribute to this rapidly evolving discipline. The collection addresses a broad spectrum of topics, including but not limited to:
Robotic spinal procedures: application of robotic technologies in spine surgery, particularly its functional outcomes

  1. Minimally invasive techniques: novel minimally invasive approaches, instruments, and methodologies for spine surgery
  2. Outcome measures: research investigating patient-reported outcomes, quality of life, and long-term follow-up data for patients undergoing robotic and minimally invasive spine surgeries.
  3. Innovation: emerging technologies, software, and hardware developments that are shaping the future of spinal surgery, including research evaluating comparison of different robotic platforms.
  4. Education and Training: contributions related to training programs, simulation tools, and educational strategies for healthcare providers to master the learning curve required for robotic spine and minimally invasive spine surgeries.
  5. Innovative approaches: innovative applications in robotic spine surgery, including AI, Machine Learning (ML), Augmented Reality (AR), and Deep Learning techniques, alongside the development and utilization of new, previously unreported devices for minimally invasive procedures.
  6. Biomechanical studies: studies focusing on the dynamics of the spine before and after minimally invasive and robotic surgeries.
  7. Patient-centered care: research focusing on patient selection criteria, shared decision-making, and the role of patient preferences in choosing surgical approaches.
  8. Quality, patient safety, and value-based care: studies exploring minimally invasive and robotic spine surgery's value, cost-effectiveness, safety, and/or quality.


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  1. The evolution of minimally invasive spine surgery, propelled by microscopy and endoscopy techniques, has reshaped the landscape of spinal interventions. The anterior approach to the cervical spine is widely re...

    Authors: Yanting Liu, Siravich Suvithayasiri, Facundo Van Isseldyk, Vit Kotheeranurak, Khanathip Jitpakdee, Kyung-Chul Choi, Gun Choi, Junseok Bae and Jin-Sung Kim
    Citation: BMC Surgery 2024 24:311
    Content type: Systematic Review Published on:

  2. With the continuous advancements in precision medicine and the relentless pursuit of minimally invasive techniques, Natural Orifice Specimen Extraction Surgery (NOSES) has emerged. Compared to traditional surg...

    Authors: Huiming Wu, Dingwen Xue, Min Deng, Renkai Guo and Huiyu Li
    Citation: BMC Surgery 2024 24:255
    Content type: Review Published on: