Lars M. Ellison

Johns Hopkins University, University of California Davis Medical Center, Pen Bay Medical Center, University of California, Davis

Papers

Total Citations

274

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About

Lars M. Ellison is a pioneering urologic surgeon and researcher whose work has significantly advanced the integration of robotics and telemedicine into surgical practice. His key research areas include robotic-assisted surgery, postoperative telemonitoring, and surgical education. Ellison’s most impactful contributions center on the concept of “telerounding”—using robotic videoconferencing to conduct postoperative rounds remotely. His landmark 2004 study on telerounding and patient satisfaction (101 citations) demonstrated that remote video conferencing could maintain high patient satisfaction and safety, challenging prevailing skepticism. He further validated this approach through a multi-institutional randomized controlled trial (68 citations), establishing telerounding as a viable tool for improving surgical care efficiency. In the operating room, Ellison developed a novel technique for robot-assisted laparoscopic nephroureterectomy (97 citations), showcasing the da Vinci system’s utility in complex urologic oncology. His work on laparoscopy training (8 citations) also highlighted disparities in fellowship education, advocating for standardized curricula. With over 270 combined citations, Ellison’s research has shaped modern urology by proving that technology can enhance both surgical precision and postoperative care, making him a key figure in the evolution of minimally invasive and connected surgical practice.