Seonaid M. Robertson
Papers
2
Total Citations
25
H-Index
2
About
Seonaid M. Robertson is a leading researcher in orthopaedic biomechanics, with a focused expertise in robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Her work centers on a fundamental question in joint replacement: how to define and achieve the optimal surgical target for implant positioning. Robertson’s major contribution is advancing the concept of “functional reconstruction of the pre-diseased state”—the idea that a knee replacement should not just correct deformity, but restore the knee’s original, healthy kinematics. Her 2023 paper, “Pre-Planning the Surgical Target for Optimal Implant Positioning in Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty,” has already garnered 19 citations, reflecting its immediate impact on surgical planning. This work was further recognized when she received the ISTA Award in 2023 for her follow-up study, which detailed a methodology to optimize implant placement to recreate the knee’s pre-diseased functional behaviour. By bridging the gap between robotic precision and patient-specific anatomy, Robertson is helping to shift the paradigm in TKA from simple alignment to true functional restoration, offering a more personalized and potentially longer-lasting solution for patients.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2