Summary
Dr. Baltzer’s current research endeavours include biomarker screening in the basal thumb osteoarthritis population, and health costing analysis of hand trauma patients in Ontario.
Dr. Baltzer is currently exploring the possibility of establishing a unique biomarker profile for the patient population suffering from basal thumb osteoarthritis. Systemic markers of inflammation and joint degradation are the present targets of interest, with joint-local markers potentially indicating possible targets for novel intra-articular therapy development.
In Ontario, hand trauma patients substantiate a significant portion of emergency visits, often requiring extensive and multidisciplinary care long after the initial trauma. The frequency and volume of healthcare utilization and resulting costs can be explored to improve the current model for which care is delivered to these patients.
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