Christian Godballe

Christian Godballe is a Professor at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, with additional affiliations at Karolinska Institutet (KI) and Odense University Hospital (OUH). He leads the Research unit of Oto Rhino Laryngology in Odense and serves as an academic leader at the Faculty of Health Sciences.

His academic background and professional trajectory demonstrate deep expertise in:

• Head and Neck Oncology (74% of research fingerprint)
• Oto Rhino Laryngology and related surgical specialties
• Medical Imaging applications in cancer diagnosis (82% PET-CT focus)
• Systematic review methodology (72% of research activity)
• Clinical outcomes research for thyroid and parathyroid procedures

Professor Godballe's research program maintains strong clinical relevance with emphasis on improving patient outcomes through evidence-based approaches. His recent publications (2023-2025) show a strategic focus on surgical complications, rehabilitation protocols, and diagnostic methodologies in head and neck conditions. The work frequently employs large cohort studies, randomized clinical trials, and systematic review methodologies, often in collaboration with the DAHANCA (Danish Head and Neck Cancer) research group.

His scientific contributions demonstrate significant impact:

• 286 total research outputs including 186 peer-reviewed journal articles
• 94 professional activities spanning conference presentations, committee work, and editorial duties
• 13 research projects (9 completed, 4 ongoing) with substantial supervision of PhD candidates
• Extensive national and international collaborations visible in research network mapping

As an academic mentor, Professor Godballe has supervised multiple PhD students across diverse projects related to parathyroid imaging, head and neck cancer diagnostics, glottic neoplasia, and surgical outcomes. His leadership extends to institutional roles including PhD school administration at the Faculty of Health Sciences as documented in press mentions from 2018 and 2024.

His clinical research maintains strong translational focus with direct applications to surgical practice, cancer management, and rehabilitation protocols for patients with head and neck conditions.