Charles S. Modlin
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About
Dr. Charles S. Modlin is a pioneering urologic surgeon and researcher whose work bridges the frontiers of minimally invasive surgery and health equity. He is best known for his groundbreaking contributions to robotic and natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES), most notably leading the first clinical application of transvaginal hybrid NOTES robotic donor nephrectomy in 2012—a landmark procedure that demonstrated the feasibility of scarless kidney donation, cited 47 times. His research also critically examines racial disparities in surgical outcomes, as shown in his 2016 study on race effects after robotic partial nephrectomy, which highlighted significant differences in pathological and functional results at a major academic center. Beyond his technical innovations, Dr. Modlin is a passionate advocate for diversity in medicine and improving healthcare access for underserved communities. His work has earned him recognition as a thought leader in robotic urology, with his studies informing both surgical practice and health policy. For students and researchers, Dr. Modlin exemplifies how surgical innovation and social justice can intersect to advance patient care.
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