About

Adam M. Gordon is a surgeon-scientist whose research focuses on optimizing functional outcomes following robotic surgery, particularly in urologic oncology and orthopedics. His most influential work centers on preserving urinary continence and quantifying lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) after robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). In his highly cited 2012 paper, "Preserving Continence During Robotic Prostatectomy" (21 citations), Gordon established techniques that have become foundational in the field. He further demonstrated long-term stability of symptom relief and peak flow rate recovery after prostate removal, with several papers accumulating over 100 combined citations. Gordon also pioneered novel assessment tools, such as "Continence Postcards," to simplify post-surgical monitoring. Expanding his expertise, his 2025 study on robotic total joint arthroplasty trends (13 citations) reveals a growing national shift toward robotic assistance in orthopedic surgery. By bridging urology and orthopedics, Gordon’s work has directly improved patient quality of life and shaped evidence-based surgical practices. His research continues to influence how surgeons preserve function and measure recovery in the era of robotic surgery.

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H-Index
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98
Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Preserving Continence During Robotic Prostatectomy
21 citations · 2012
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2016 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 21
🏛 Institutions: University of California System, University of California, Irvine, University of California, Irvine Medical Center, Maimonides Medical Center

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