Mona Sazgar

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Mona Sazgar is a leading neurologist specializing in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology, with a focused research interest in advancing surgical treatments for medically refractory epilepsy. Her major contributions center on the integration of robotic assistance in implanting responsive neurostimulation (RNS) devices, particularly for patients with bilateral mesial temporal lobe epilepsy—a condition often deemed inoperable due to the risks of traditional resection. In her highly cited 2017 study (9 citations), Sazgar demonstrated that robotic guidance significantly improves the accuracy and efficacy of electrode placement for RNS, offering a safer, minimally invasive alternative for drug-resistant patients. Her 2016 work (6 citations) further refined techniques for robot-assisted placement of depth electrodes along the long axis of the amygdalohippocampal complex, replacing cumbersome stereotactic headframes with more comfortable, precise procedures. These innovations have directly enhanced patient outcomes by reducing surgical morbidity and expanding access to neuromodulation therapies. Sazgar’s research bridges engineering and clinical care, establishing new standards for stereotactic neurosurgery in epilepsy. Her work is widely recognized for its practical impact, helping to transform RNS from a niche option into a viable mainstream treatment for complex epilepsy cases.