Katherine Montelione
Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic
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Dr. Katherine Montelione is a leading researcher in minimally invasive abdominal wall surgery, with a focus on robotic and laparoscopic techniques for hernia repair. Her work centers on comparative effectiveness and patient outcomes, particularly in ventral hernia repair and robotic eTEP (enhanced-view totally extraperitoneal) approaches. Dr. Montelione’s major contributions include co-authoring the landmark REVEAL multicenter randomized clinical trial, which compared robotic eTEP to IPOM (intraperitoneal onlay mesh) and has garnered 36 citations, shaping evidence-based practice in robotic hernia surgery. She also contributed to the PROVE-IT trial, evaluating 1-year postoperative outcomes between laparoscopic and robotic ventral hernia repair, providing critical data on recovery and recurrence. Her research has directly influenced surgical decision-making, demonstrating the safety and efficacy of advanced robotic techniques. With a strong track record in high-impact clinical trials, Dr. Montelione’s work is widely cited and continues to guide standards in hernia surgery. Her dedication to rigorous, patient-centered research makes her a respected voice in the field, advancing the integration of robotic technology into routine surgical care.
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