About

Arvin K. George is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on improving the diagnosis and surgical treatment of prostate and kidney cancers. His most impactful contribution lies in refining prostate cancer staging through advanced imaging. His highly cited 2016 study demonstrated that the extent of tumor contact with the prostate capsule on MRI serves as a powerful biomarker for staging and prognosis, offering a non-invasive tool to guide clinical decisions. This work, with over 50 citations, has helped shift the field toward more precise, image-guided care. Dr. George has also advanced surgical technique and outcomes. He has investigated novel technologies like valveless trocar systems to enhance robotic-assisted prostatectomy, and led an international multi-institutional study on laparoendoscopic single-site pyeloplasty, showcasing his commitment to minimally invasive innovation. Additionally, his recent work rigorously compares patient-reported functional outcomes after radical prostatectomy across historical and contemporary practice, including the robotic era, to evaluate the cumulative impact of surgical evolution. Through these contributions, Dr. George has shaped both the diagnostic and therapeutic landscapes of urologic oncology.

Research Focus

Key Achievements

4
H-Index
6
Papers
124
Total Citations
21
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Tumor contact with prostate capsule on magnetic resonance imaging: A potential biomarker for staging and prognosis
51 citations · 2016
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2015 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 61
🏛 Institutions: National Institutes of Health, Arthur Smith Institute for Urology, National Cancer Institute, Johns Hopkins University

Top Papers

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4
  5. 5
  6. 6

Key Collaborators

Contact & Links

Available for collaboration
Content generated · 13 days ago