Stephanie Kjelstrom
Papers
3
Total Citations
34
H-Index
3
About
Dr. Stephanie Kjelstrom is a pioneering cardiothoracic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive coronary revascularization techniques, particularly robotic-assisted surgery. Her major contributions center on demonstrating that robotic-assisted coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) can achieve the "gold standard" left internal thoracic artery-to-left anterior descending artery anastomosis in patients unsuitable for traditional sternotomy, offering a viable alternative to percutaneous coronary intervention. Through propensity-matched analyses, she has shown that robotic approaches not only yield comparable long-term clinical outcomes but also significantly reduce hospital costs compared to full-sternotomy procedures. Her work on reverse hybrid revascularization—combining robotic CABG with PCI—has provided critical midterm outcome data, expanding treatment options for complex multi-vessel disease. With over 34 citations across her most-cited papers, Kjelstrom’s research is shaping the future of cardiac surgery by making less invasive, cost-effective revascularization accessible to a broader patient population. Her studies are essential reading for clinicians and researchers seeking evidence-based pathways to improve recovery and reduce healthcare burdens while maintaining surgical excellence.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2
- 3