Carleton Johnson

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

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Carleton Johnson is a neurosurgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing stereotactic and minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques. His most cited paper, "Monteris AXiiiS Stereotactic Miniframe for Intracranial Biopsy" (2015, 7 citations), evaluates a novel, less cumbersome biopsy system that reduces patient discomfort while maintaining diagnostic accuracy. This contribution addresses a critical need in neurosurgery: balancing procedural efficiency with precision in tissue sampling for brain lesions. Johnson’s research helps refine tools that streamline intracranial biopsies, making them safer and more accessible. Though his citation count is modest, his work is foundational for clinicians adopting frameless stereotactic methods. By focusing on practical innovations like the AXiiiS miniframe, Johnson supports the broader shift toward patient-friendly, minimally invasive neurosurgery—a field where even small improvements in device design can significantly impact outcomes. His efforts underscore the importance of iterative refinement in surgical technology, offering valuable insights for trainees and peers seeking to optimize biopsy protocols.