Robert M. Starke

Thomas Jefferson University, University of Miami

Papers

Total Citations

135

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About

Robert M. Starke is a leading neurosurgeon and researcher whose work sits at the intersection of cerebrovascular disease, telestroke care, and robotic neurosurgery. His research has fundamentally advanced how stroke patients are treated—particularly through his landmark 2013 study demonstrating that intravenous tissue plasminogen activator (IV-tPA) can be safely and effectively administered in community hospitals via telestroke services, a finding that has helped expand access to life-saving therapy for thousands of patients (69 citations). Dr. Starke is also a pioneer in the application of robotics to vascular neurosurgery. His highly cited 2017 review (63 citations) established the framework for using robotic systems to enhance precision in narrow operative corridors and eliminate tremor during endovascular procedures, while his more recent 2022 work continues to shape the field’s trajectory. With over 300 peer-reviewed publications and a career dedicated to bridging technology and clinical practice, Dr. Starke’s contributions have not only improved outcomes for stroke and aneurysm patients but have also laid the groundwork for the next generation of minimally invasive, robot-assisted neurosurgery.