Amy Lannen
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About
Amy Lannen is a leading researcher in surgical education and robotic simulation, with a focused expertise in urologic oncology and team-based training for minimally invasive procedures. Her work centers on optimizing the performance of operating room teams, particularly in robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). Lannen’s major contribution is the development of a three-phase bedside assistant training course, which she demonstrated can significantly benefit even highly experienced RARP teams (with over 1,000 cases). Her seminal 2012 study on this simulation-based training has garnered 37 citations, establishing a benchmark for team training in robotic surgery. She also conducted a multi-institutional assessment of robotic simulation among urology residents in the Southeastern Section of the American Urological Association, which has been cited 18 times and highlighted gaps in standardized training curricula. Lannen’s work is notable for bridging the gap between simulation and real-world surgical performance, emphasizing that even veteran teams can improve through structured, hands-on education. Her research continues to shape how robotic surgery teams are trained, ensuring safer and more efficient operations.
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