Alan McNeill

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Alan McNeill is a leading urological surgeon whose work has significantly shaped the understanding and practice of radical prostatectomy, particularly within the UK. His primary research focuses on surgical outcomes, the impact of surgeon and hospital case-volume, and the integration of advanced surgical technologies like robotics and laparoscopy. McNeill’s most influential contribution is his landmark 2018 study, "The British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS) radical prostatectomy audit 2014/2015," which analyzed nearly 14,000 procedures. This work, cited 36 times, provided a critical, real-world snapshot of contemporary practice, demonstrating clear links between higher surgeon and centre case-volume and improved patient outcomes. Beyond this audit, McNeill has been a key voice in the evidence-based adoption of robotic surgery, advocating for careful, measured implementation. His work on a decade-long laparoscopic urology training course further underscores his commitment to surgical education and the safe transfer of skills from simulation to the operating theatre. As a high-volume laparoscopic surgeon from Scotland, McNeill’s research provides essential data for surgical planning, policy, and training, ensuring that advances in technique translate directly into better care for patients.

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1. 1
   The British Association of Urological Surgeons ( <scp>BAUS</scp> ) radical prostatectomy audit 2014/2015 – an update on current practice and outcomes by centre and surgeon case‐volume

   36 citations · 2018
2. 2
   Transfer of Skills From Simulation Lab to Surgical Services: Impact of a Decade Long Laparoscopic Urology Surgical Course

   6 citations · 2018
3. 3
   Yes to careful introduction of robot assisted surgery

   1 citations · 2011

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