Ajay Sampat
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About
Dr. Ajay Sampat is a perioperative safety researcher whose work bridges anesthesiology, surgical quality improvement, and big-data epidemiology. His most-cited study, "Corneal Abrasion in Hysterectomy and Prostatectomy" (2015, 22 citations), leveraged nearly one million cases from the National Inpatient Sample to challenge assumptions about robotic-assisted surgery. Contrary to prevailing concerns, he found that corneal abrasion risk was not elevated in robotic prostatectomy, but was nearly fourfold higher in laparoscopic hysterectomy compared to open procedures—a critical insight for intraoperative eye protection protocols. This work exemplifies his broader contributions: using large administrative datasets to identify modifiable risk factors for rare but preventable complications. Dr. Sampat’s research has shaped evidence-based guidelines for patient positioning and ocular care during surgery, directly impacting thousands of operating rooms. By combining rigorous statistical methods with clinically actionable findings, he has become a trusted voice in perioperative medicine, helping anesthesiologists and surgeons balance innovation with patient safety. His studies continue to inform how we protect vulnerable patients during minimally invasive procedures.
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- 1Corneal Abrasion in Hysterectomy and Prostatectomy22 citations · 2015