Nicholas R. Pagani

New England Baptist Hospital, Tufts Medical Center

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Nicholas R. Pagani is a rising leader in orthopedic outcomes research, with a focus on the intersection of surgical innovation, public perception, and healthcare equity. His work critically examines the real-world implications of robotic-assisted joint arthroplasty, moving beyond technical feasibility to explore how these technologies are adopted and perceived. Pagani’s most influential study, "Online Crowdsourcing to Explore Public Perceptions of Robotic-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery" (2021, 49 citations), pioneered the use of social media analytics to gauge patient attitudes, revealing a complex mix of enthusiasm and skepticism. He further demonstrated his commitment to patient safety through "Adverse Events Associated With Robotic-Assisted Joint Arthroplasty" (2022, 24 citations), a landmark analysis of the FDA MAUDE database that provided the first comprehensive look at device-related complications. Most recently, his geospatial analysis of disparities in access to robotic knee arthroplasty (2023, 11 citations) highlighted troubling socioeconomic and geographic barriers, underscoring his dedication to ensuring that technological advances benefit all patients. Pagani’s work is notable for its methodological rigor and its direct relevance to surgeons, policymakers, and patients navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of orthopedic robotics.