Anna Evans Phillips

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Anna Evans Phillips is a leading clinical researcher in the psychosocial dimensions of pancreatic surgery, with a particular focus on total pancreatectomy and autologous islet cell transplant (TPIAT). Her work bridges a critical gap in surgical outcomes research by centering the mental health and quality-of-life experiences of patients undergoing this complex procedure. In her highly cited 2021 study, Phillips conducted a comprehensive longitudinal assessment of psychosocial outcomes across children, adolescents, and adults one year post-TPIAT, revealing nuanced patterns in emotional well-being and adjustment that had been largely overlooked. By administering validated questionnaires to both patients and parents, she provided the first multi-perspective view of the psychological toll and recovery trajectory following this life-altering surgery. Her research has been instrumental in shifting clinical practice toward more holistic, patient-centered care models for pancreatic disease, emphasizing that surgical success must be measured not only by glycemic control but by psychosocial resilience. With her work accumulating citations and informing new protocols, Phillips stands at the forefront of integrating behavioral health into transplant medicine, advocating for routine psychological screening and support as standard components of the TPIAT care pathway.