D. Kojo Hamilton

University of Pittsburgh

Papers

2

Total Citations

11

H-Index

2

About

D. Kojo Hamilton is a neurosurgeon whose research focuses on the surgical management of complex spinal pathologies, particularly adult spinal deformity and spinal cord tumors. His work bridges the gap between orthopedic and neurological surgical approaches, as demonstrated in his highly-cited 2023 study analyzing treatment trends, techniques, and costs for adult deformity surgery across specialties—a paper that has already garnered 8 citations for its critical insights into interdisciplinary care. Hamilton is also at the forefront of technological innovation in spine surgery, co-authoring a 2024 case report on a multidisciplinary approach combining augmented reality preplanning with robotic-assisted thoracoscopic mobilization for resection of a giant thoracic schwannoma. This work highlights his commitment to advancing minimally invasive, precision-guided techniques that reduce risk to delicate neurovasculature. By integrating cutting-edge visualization tools with collaborative surgical strategies, Hamilton is shaping safer, more effective treatments for patients with challenging spinal conditions, making him a notable contributor to the evolving field of complex spine surgery.

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H-Index
2
Papers
11
Total Citations
6
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Treatment of adult deformity surgery by orthopedic and neurological surgeons: trends in treatment, techniques, and costs by specialty
8 citations · 2023
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2023 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 16
🏛 Institutions: University of Pittsburgh

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