Charlotte Kik

Charlotte Kik is a Researcher in the Department of Neurosurgery at Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, specializing in pediatric spinal disorders and fetal surgical interventions. Her work centers on advancing treatments for spina bifida and spinal dysraphism through innovative surgical techniques and international collaboration.

Her research spans Pediatric Neurosurgery, Spinal Dysraphism, and Fetal Surgery, with strong emphasis on Systematic Reviews and Trauma Surgery methodologies. Key interests include motor performance outcomes, surgical feasibility studies, and global standardization of neurosurgical protocols for congenital spinal conditions. Recent work explores robotic fetoscopic techniques and natural history studies of spinal anomalies without hindbrain involvement.

Analysis of her 2024-2025 publications reveals a strategic focus on improving spina bifida outcomes through preclinical robotics, international surgical surveys, and national service evaluations. Her research consistently bridges neurosurgical innovation with evidence-based practice, particularly in fetal interventions and trauma methodology.