J.D. van Dijk

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Total Citations

189

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About

J.D. van Dijk is a spine surgery researcher whose work has made a meaningful contribution to the growing field of robot-guided spinal procedures. Specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery and surgical precision technology, van Dijk's research focuses on evaluating the clinical accuracy of robotic systems in pedicle screw fixation — a technically demanding procedure where precise implant placement is critical to patient safety and outcomes. His most influential work, a retrospective chart review of 112 consecutive minimally invasive spinal surgery patients in a community hospital setting, rigorously assessed how closely robot-assisted pedicle screw placement adhered to preoperative planning. Published in 2015, this study has garnered 182 citations, reflecting its significance to surgeons and researchers navigating the adoption of robotic platforms in real-world clinical environments. Notably, the research was conducted outside of a major academic center, lending it particular relevance to community-based surgical practices considering technological integration. Van Dijk's findings have helped establish benchmarks for robotic spine surgery accuracy, informing both clinical decision-making and the broader conversation around surgical robotics. His work remains a valuable reference for researchers and clinicians seeking evidence-based guidance on the practical performance of robot-assisted spinal instrumentation.