Asha Bhalwal

The University of Texas Health Science Center

Papers

2

Total Citations

11

H-Index

2

About

Dr. Asha Bhalwal is a leading voice in gynecologic surgery, dedicated to optimizing patient outcomes through innovation and efficiency. Her research centers on two critical areas: enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols and the reduction of surgical waste. In her landmark 2024 study, she demonstrated that preoperative bilateral ultrasound-guided quadratus lumborum nerve blocks significantly improve the quality of recovery for patients undergoing minimally invasive hysterectomy within an ERAS setting, a finding that has already garnered 6 citations and is shaping perioperative pain management. Complementing this, her observational study on the excess use of surgical supplies in benign gynecologic surgery (5 citations) has sparked vital conversations about cost containment and environmental sustainability in the operating room. Dr. Bhalwal’s work not only advances clinical care but also addresses systemic inefficiencies, making her a pioneer in value-based, patient-centered gynecology. Her contributions are essential reading for surgeons and trainees seeking to blend cutting-edge technique with responsible resource stewardship.

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Papers
11
Total Citations
6
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Effect of Preoperative Bilateral Ultrasound-Guided Quadratus Lumborum Nerve Block on Quality of Recovery After Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy in an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Setting
6 citations · 2024
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 12
🏛 Institutions: The University of Texas Health Science Center

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