Judith Brock

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Dr. Judith Brock is a pioneering interventional pulmonologist whose research focuses on the early adoption and optimization of shape-sensing robotic-assisted bronchoscopy (ssRAB) for diagnosing peripheral pulmonary nodules (PPNs). Her major contributions center on introducing and validating this cutting-edge technology in Europe, where the ION™ Endoluminal System only received CE marking in 2023. In her landmark 2025 study, “First European Experience of Shape-Sensing Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy: Learning Curve Analysis” (6 citations), Dr. Brock provided the first post hoc analysis of learning curves for ssRAB in a European cohort, demonstrating how quickly clinicians can achieve proficiency with this novel platform. Her companion paper, “First European Results of Shape-Sensing Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy” (2 citations), reported initial diagnostic outcomes that confirm ssRAB’s superiority over conventional bronchoscopy in reaching small, hard-to-access nodules. Through her work, Dr. Brock has established a foundational evidence base for European centers adopting robotic bronchoscopy, directly impacting clinical practice and training protocols. Her 2025 letter to the editor further refines the field’s understanding of target nodule selection for robotic procedures. With cumulative citations already shaping the early literature, Dr. Brock is a key voice in the translation of robotic bronchoscopy from U.S. to European settings.