Luis Bustamante

Saskatchewan Health Authority, University of Saskatchewan, Capital District Health Authority

Papers

Total Citations

171

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About

Dr. Luis Bustamante is a pioneering researcher in telerobotic ultrasound and remote healthcare delivery, whose work is reshaping access to diagnostic imaging in underserved communities. His most impactful contributions center on demonstrating the clinical feasibility of telerobotic systems for both adult abdominal and prenatal sonography. In his landmark 2017 study (66 citations), he showed that radiologists could perform complete abdominal exams by remotely controlling transducer movements and ultrasound settings, achieving diagnostic-quality images without being physically present. His 2018 crossover study (52 citations) extended this to prenatal care, proving that remote robotic sonography could reliably assess fetal biometry and amniotic fluid levels. Beyond imaging, Bustamante has explored broader applications of telepresence technology, including a notable case study (27 citations) using remote presence robots to deliver physical therapy for chronic back disorders in northern Saskatchewan, and pioneering work on point-of-care programming for neuromodulation devices (26 citations). His research consistently addresses the critical challenge of specialist shortages in rural and remote areas, offering scalable, technology-driven solutions that maintain clinical quality while dramatically improving patient access. Bustamante’s work stands at the intersection of robotics, telemedicine, and health equity, making him a key figure in the future of distributed healthcare.