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Wan Sing Ng is a pioneering researcher in medical robotics, with a career centered on developing intelligent robotic systems for minimally invasive urological and surgical procedures. His work spans robot-assisted prostate interventions, surgical safety frameworks, and image-guided robotics, making him a foundational figure in the intersection of robotics and clinical medicine. Ng's most influential contribution, "The Safety Issues of Medical Robotics" (2001, 82 citations), established critical frameworks for understanding and mitigating risks in surgical robotics — a concern that remains central to the field today. His development of an ultrasound-guided robotic system for transperineal prostate biopsy (2006, 52 citations) demonstrated how robotic precision could enhance diagnostic accuracy using 3D ultrasound reconstruction, while his multi-channel robotic brachytherapy system (2007, 33 citations) advanced the reliable delivery of radioactive seed implants for prostate cancer treatment. His earlier work on robotic colonoscopy and laser prostate resection further reflects the breadth of his innovations across endoscopic and surgical platforms. With over 250 total citations, Ng's research has meaningfully shaped how robotics is integrated into urology and surgical oncology, offering students and engineers a rich body of work bridging clinical needs with technical innovation.