Alan B. Lumsden

Houston Methodist, Methodist Hospital

Papers

30

Total Citations

572

H-Index

14

About

Dr. Alan B. Lumsden is a pioneering vascular surgeon whose research has fundamentally shaped the field of robotic-assisted endovascular surgery. His work focuses on overcoming the critical navigation challenges inherent in complex vascular interventions, particularly within the iliofemoral arteries and the neurovasculature. Dr. Lumsden’s major contributions include demonstrating the first-in-man feasibility of flexible robotics for peripheral navigation (62 citations) and spearheading critical engineering modifications to the CorPath GRX system for safer cranial neurovascular procedures (58 citations). He has validated the safety and feasibility of remote catheter navigation in preclinical models (52 citations) and has been instrumental in bringing automation to endovascular procedures through electromagnetic tracking technology (38 citations). His comprehensive reviews on the current utilization and future directions of robotic-assisted surgery (42 citations) serve as essential resources for the field. With a portfolio of highly cited work spanning from 2010 to 2024, Dr. Lumsden’s research continues to drive the evolution of endovascular robotics, moving the discipline toward greater precision, safety, and ultimately, automated intervention.

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H-Index
30
Papers
572
Total Citations
19
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
A first-in-man study of the role of flexible robotics in overcoming navigation challenges in the iliofemoral arteries
62 citations · 2013
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2019 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 60
🏛 Institutions: Houston Methodist, Methodist Hospital

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