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About
Benjamin Whittam is a leading figure in pediatric urology, renowned for pioneering minimally invasive robotic techniques to treat complex urological conditions in children. His research centers on robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery for vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) and ureteral reimplantation, as well as pyeloplasty for kidney obstructions. Dr. Whittam’s major contributions include landmark prospective and multi-institutional studies that established the safety and efficacy of robot-assisted laparoscopic extravesical ureteral reimplantation (RALUR-EV), with his two most-cited papers (2017 and 2018) collectively garnering over 150 citations. He has also advanced the field by validating cost comparisons between open and robotic pyeloplasty, demonstrating that robotic approaches can be economically viable in pediatric hospitals. Notably, his work on endoscopic-assisted robotic pyelolithotomy offers a novel treatment for complex pediatric kidney stones. Dr. Whittam is also dedicated to surgical education, using cumulative sum analysis to define learning curves for robotic procedures and evaluating trainee impact on outcomes. His recent studies on parental decision regret highlight a patient-centered approach, ensuring that surgical innovations align with family values. With over 280 citations across his top publications, Dr. Whittam continues to shape the future of pediatric robotic urology.
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- 3Trends in Robot-assisted Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty in Pediatric Patients59 citations · 2013
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