Jonathan R. Ellenbogen
University of Liverpool, Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust
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About
Jonathan R. Ellenbogen has established himself as a leading specialist in pediatric neurosurgery, with a particular focus on deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders in children. His research centers on refining the technical precision of robot-assisted DBS electrode implantation, a field where accuracy is especially critical given the uniquely small anatomical targets present in young patients compared to adult counterparts. Ellenbogen's most significant contributions address the challenge of safely and accurately delivering DBS therapy to children with childhood-onset dystonia — a debilitating condition with limited treatment options. His prospective cohort analysis of 45 consecutive cases, which has garnered 20 citations since 2021, provided rigorous real-world evidence on targeting accuracy in a pediatric population, offering clinicians a valuable benchmark for surgical outcomes. He has further advanced the field by evaluating both frameless and frame-based robotic approaches using the Neuromate system's Neurolocate module, helping surgeons understand which registration methods optimize electrode placement in this vulnerable group. Through his work, Ellenbogen has meaningfully shaped best practices in pediatric functional neurosurgery, offering clinicians and researchers clearer guidance on optimizing outcomes for some of the most challenging patients in the field.
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