Quentin Davies
Papers
2
Total Citations
59
H-Index
2
About
Quentin Davies is a surgical researcher whose work sits at the critical intersection of ergonomics, patient safety, and minimally invasive gynecologic oncology. His primary research areas focus on the physical toll of surgery on the operator and the influence of patient body composition on surgical outcomes. Davies is best known for his landmark 2019 study, "Impact of Obesity on Surgeon Ergonomics in Robotic and Straight-Stick Laparoscopic Surgery," which has garnered 51 citations and is a foundational reference in the field of surgical ergonomics. This work systematically quantified the physical strain on surgeons operating on patients with high body mass index (BMI), highlighting the superior ergonomic profile of robotic platforms. Building on this, his 2023 prospective study on robotic-assisted hysterectomy in patients with a BMI over 35 kg/m² demonstrated a remarkably low conversion rate to open surgery (just 6%) and provided crucial longitudinal data on post-operative recovery in this high-risk population. By directly linking surgeon well-being with patient outcomes, Davies’ research is shaping safer, more sustainable surgical practices for both the operator and the patient.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2