David Jacofsky
Papers
16
Total Citations
1,288
H-Index
11
About
David Jacofsky is a prominent orthopaedic surgeon and researcher whose work has fundamentally shaped the adoption of robotic-assisted arthroplasty in modern joint replacement surgery. His research focuses on robotic technology in total knee and hip arthroplasty, surgical precision, soft tissue protection, and the health economics of advanced surgical techniques. Jacofsky's 2016 comprehensive review of robotics in arthroplasty, cited over 447 times, established a foundational framework for understanding the field, while his subsequent studies rigorously demonstrated that robotic-arm assisted total knee arthroplasty achieves superior accuracy and precision in bone cuts and component positioning compared to manual techniques — work that has garnered over 330 citations. Beyond technical outcomes, Jacofsky has made significant contributions to the economic case for robotic surgery, publishing influential analyses showing reduced 90-day episode-of-care costs and long-term cost savings associated with robotic approaches. His cadaveric and clinical investigations into soft tissue protection further strengthened the evidence base for robotic adoption. With patient safety also among his priorities, his work on standardized surgical safety programs reflects a holistic approach to surgical excellence. Collectively, Jacofsky's research has helped transform robotic arthroplasty from emerging innovation to evidence-supported clinical standard.
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Top Papers
- 1Robotics in Arthroplasty: A Comprehensive Review447 citations · 2016
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- 5Robotic-Arm Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty Demonstrated Soft Tissue Protection106 citations · 2018
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- 7Makoplasty and the accuracy and efficacy of robotic-assisted arthroplasty.38 citations · 2014
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