Bram Stieltjes
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About
Bram Stieltjes is a medical imaging researcher whose work centers on advancing three-dimensional X-ray and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) technologies, with a particular focus on musculoskeletal and spinal imaging. His research has made meaningful contributions to the development and clinical evaluation of novel weight-bearing imaging systems, most notably a prototype twin robotic X-ray platform capable of acquiring 3D tomographic images of patients in the upright position — a significant departure from conventional supine CT protocols. Stieltjes has been instrumental in establishing the feasibility, image quality benchmarks, and radiation dose optimization for these emerging systems, including cadaveric and phantom-based assessments that provide the rigorous technical groundwork necessary for clinical adoption. A particularly notable contribution is his investigation of lumbar neuroforaminal changes between supine and upright postures, demonstrating that weight-bearing imaging captures physiologically relevant information missed by standard examinations — findings with direct implications for diagnosing spinal stenosis and related conditions. With approximately 40 cumulative citations across his key publications, Stieltjes represents an emerging voice in translational radiology, bridging engineering innovation and clinical need. His work offers students and clinicians valuable insight into the future of functional, load-bearing diagnostic imaging.
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