Ben Davies

University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

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Ben Davies is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on optimizing perioperative care, with a particular emphasis on opioid stewardship in major urologic oncology surgeries. His most-cited study, "Discharge Opioids are Unnecessary Following Radical Cystectomy" (2022), challenges long-standing prescribing norms by demonstrating that patients can be safely discharged without opioids after this complex procedure—a finding that has garnered early attention with 4 citations. In related work, "Large Variation in International Prescribing Rates of Opioids After Robotic Prostatectomy" (2021) reveals dramatic disparities in global prescribing practices, highlighting the need for standardized, evidence-based guidelines. Together, these contributions position Davies at the forefront of efforts to reduce unnecessary opioid exposure in surgical recovery, directly addressing the opioid crisis through rigorous clinical data. His research not only offers actionable insights for urologists but also provides a model for rethinking pain management across surgical disciplines. With a growing citation footprint, Davies is establishing himself as a key voice in the movement toward opioid-free recovery pathways.