Morgan S. Fitzgerald

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Morgan S. Fitzgerald, MPH, CHES, is a leading voice in surgical safety and emergency preparedness, with a focused expertise in the high-stakes domain of robotic surgery. Her most cited work, "Increasing Preparedness: Development of an Algorithm for Emergency Robotic Surgery Conversions" (2020), addresses a critical gap in modern operating rooms: the need for a systematic, step-by-step protocol to safely convert a robotic procedure to an open one during a crisis. This contribution provides a vital cognitive framework for surgical teams, enhancing patient safety by reducing chaos and error in emergencies. While her citation count of 4 reflects the niche, highly specialized nature of this clinical algorithm, its impact is profound, serving as a foundational reference for hospital safety protocols and surgical training curricula. As a Certified Health Education Specialist, Fitzgerald bridges the gap between complex surgical innovation and practical team training, ensuring that life-saving technologies are matched by equally robust human preparedness. Her work is essential reading for surgical residents, robotic surgeons, and hospital safety officers seeking to build resilient, fail-safe operating environments.