Jessica R. Riggleman
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About
Jessica R. Riggleman is a spine surgery researcher whose work has significantly advanced the field of robotic-assisted and minimally invasive spinal surgery, with a particular focus on pedicle screw accuracy and surgical navigation technology. Her research has helped establish the clinical viability of navigated robot-assisted systems, demonstrating their safety and precision across large patient cohorts. Her landmark 2019 study analyzing 600 pedicle screws at a single institution—garnering 56 citations—provided compelling evidence that robotic navigation outperforms traditional fluoroscopy-guided techniques. Riggleman's most-cited work, a study on pedicle screw accuracy across 56 consecutive robotic cases (90 citations), helped lay the groundwork for broader clinical adoption of these emerging technologies. Notably, her research also explored whether robotic assistance could help bridge the experience gap between attending surgeons and residents, offering promising implications for surgical training. Her 2019 investigations into single-position lateral lumbar interbody fusion with robotic guidance further expanded the applications of these systems. More recently, her biomechanical cadaveric research on dual-screw techniques for osteopenic spines reflects a continued commitment to improving fixation strategies for complex patient populations. Collectively, her contributions have shaped evidence-based standards in modern spine surgery.
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