Kayla Morrell
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Dr. Kayla Morrell is a leading voice in surgical pain management, whose work has fundamentally challenged routine opioid prescribing in the United States. Her research centers on developing and validating ultrarestrictive opioid prescription protocols to mitigate the risks of postoperative dependence and adverse recovery. Her landmark 2018 study, “Ultrarestrictive Opioid Prescription Protocol for Pain Management After Gynecologic and Abdominal Surgery,” which has garnered 123 citations, demonstrated that far fewer opioids are needed for home pain management than traditionally dispensed. By providing critical evidence that prescribed opioids increase the risk of chronic use, Morrell has reshaped clinical guidelines and empowered surgeons to adopt more judicious prescribing habits. Her contributions are pivotal in the broader effort to combat the opioid epidemic, offering a safe, evidence-based alternative that prioritizes patient recovery without compromising pain control. Through her rigorous, patient-centered research, Dr. Morrell has become an essential figure in transforming postoperative care and reducing unnecessary opioid exposure.
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