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Anthony M. DiGioia is a pioneering figure in orthopaedic surgery, renowned for his foundational work in computer-assisted orthopaedic surgery (CAOS) and medical robotics. His research centers on developing image-guided navigation systems and robotic assistive technologies to enhance the precision and outcomes of joint arthroplasty, particularly total hip replacement. DiGioia’s landmark 1998 paper on an image-guided navigation system to measure acetabular implant alignment intraoperatively (414 citations) revolutionized the field by enabling real-time tracking of pelvic motion and implant positioning, addressing a critical gap in surgical accuracy. His influential reviews on CAOS (150 and 144 citations) established the conceptual framework for integrating medical imaging, computer vision, and robotics into orthopaedic practice. DiGioia also led the development of the MBARS (mini bone-attached robotic system) for joint arthroplasty, a compact active robot designed to prepare bone cavities with submillimeter precision. As a co-organizer of the Second International Workshop on Robotics and Computer Assisted Medical Interventions, he helped shape the interdisciplinary dialogue that advanced these technologies. With over 700 combined citations, DiGioia’s work has fundamentally transformed orthopaedic surgery, making it safer, more reproducible, and less invasive.