Karima Mokhtari

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Karima Mokhtari is a leading figure in neurosurgical innovation, whose work bridges the precision of robotics with the critical demands of brain biopsy procedures. Her primary research focuses on stereotactic neurosurgery, comparative effectiveness in surgical techniques, and the integration of robotic assistance to improve patient outcomes. Mokhtari’s most impactful contribution is her landmark matched cohort analysis comparing frame-based and robot-assisted stereotactic brain biopsy, which demonstrated that robotic systems achieve comparable diagnostic yields while potentially enhancing safety and procedural efficiency. This study, already cited twice within its first year, has become a cornerstone for evidence-based adoption of robotic platforms in neurosurgical practice. Her work directly addresses the pressing need for minimally invasive, highly accurate diagnostic methods in neuro-oncology, offering surgeons a data-driven rationale for transitioning from traditional frames to robotic guidance. Mokhtari’s research not only validates technological advancement but also sets a new standard for evaluating surgical innovations through rigorous comparative methodology. Her findings are shaping clinical protocols and inspiring further investigation into robotic applications across neurosurgery, marking her as a rising authority in the field of stereotactic intervention.