Robert Poel
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About
Robert Poel is a radiation oncology researcher whose work focuses on the technical challenges of delivering precise, high-dose radiotherapy to the spine, particularly in the presence of modern surgical implants. His primary research area is stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for postoperative spinal tumors, with a specific emphasis on the feasibility and dosimetric accuracy of treating patients with carbon fiber reinforced polyetheretherketone and titanium (CFP-T) hybrid implants. Poel’s major contribution is demonstrating that robotic radiotherapy devices, such as the CyberKnife, can effectively deliver SBRT near these complex implants, a critical advancement given the increasing use of carbon-based hardware for its MRI compatibility and reduced imaging artifacts. His most cited work, “Feasibility of postoperative spine stereotactic body radiation therapy in proximity of carbon and titanium hybrid implants using a robotic radiotherapy device” (2022), has accumulated 10 citations, establishing a foundational reference for clinicians navigating this emerging clinical scenario. By validating the entire treatment workflow—from simulation and planning to delivery—Poel has helped expand the therapeutic options for spine oncology patients, ensuring that modern implant materials do not compromise the safety or efficacy of postoperative radiation.
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