AnnaMarie Connolly

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Dr. AnnaMarie Connolly is a leading figure in urogynecology and pelvic reconstructive surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive approaches for pelvic organ prolapse. Her research critically compares surgical outcomes, particularly in vulnerable populations such as elderly women. In her highly cited 2013 study (42 citations), Dr. Connolly directly compared perioperative complications between robotic and vaginal surgery for apical prolapse repair, providing essential data to guide surgical decision-making. She further advanced the field by applying Cumulative Summation (CUSUM) analysis to robotic sacrocolpopexy, establishing a rigorous, data-driven method to monitor and define surgical proficiency and the learning curve for this complex procedure. Through this work, Dr. Connolly has not only illuminated the comparative safety of different surgical routes but also introduced objective quality control tools to gynecologic surgery. Her contributions are instrumental in shaping evidence-based practice, helping surgeons optimize outcomes and training, and ultimately improving the standard of care for women suffering from pelvic floor disorders.