Andrew Cowan

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Andrew Cowan is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotic surgery, medical simulation, and gender-affirming surgical techniques. His work primarily focuses on optimizing surgical training methodologies and advancing minimally invasive approaches in urology and reconstructive surgery. Cowan’s most impactful contribution, detailed in his highly cited 2021 study (22 citations), rigorously compares virtual reality (VR) and dry laboratory (DL) models for robotic simulation training. By analyzing automated performance metrics and cognitive workload during vesico-urethral anastomosis tasks, he provided critical evidence on the transferability of skill assessment across training platforms—a finding that directly informs how surgical curricula are designed to maximize efficiency and reduce cognitive burden. His more recent work (2022) introduces the Hidden Incision Endoscopic Surgery (HIES) approach for port placement during penile inversion vaginoplasty with a peritoneal flap, showcasing his commitment to improving outcomes in gender-affirming surgery through innovative, less invasive techniques. Cowan’s research not only enhances surgical education but also expands the boundaries of what is possible in complex reconstructive procedures, making him a key figure in modern surgical innovation.