Arshia Jahangir

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Arshia Jahangir is a rising surgical oncologist whose work centers on optimizing patient quality of life (QoL) after minimally invasive cancer surgery. Her primary research areas include robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques, patient-reported outcomes, and evidence-based meta-analysis. Jahangir’s major contribution lies in systematically comparing multidimensional QoL outcomes between robotic and conventional minimally invasive approaches. In her 2023 meta-analysis on rectal cancer surgery, she synthesized data from multiple studies to demonstrate that robotic surgery may offer advantages in certain QoL domains, such as bowel function and sexual health, though differences are often modest. This work, cited 25 times, provides crucial guidance for surgeons and patients weighing surgical options. Her 2024 follow-up meta-analysis extended this analysis across various cancer types, further solidifying her reputation as a leading voice in surgical QoL research. With a growing citation impact, Jahangir’s research bridges the gap between technical surgical innovation and patient-centered care. Her work is particularly notable for its rigorous methodology and focus on outcomes that matter most to patients, making her a key figure in the movement toward value-based surgical oncology.