Catherine M. Wagner
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About
Catherine M. Wagner is a dedicated researcher in surgical education, with a focused expertise in the training of robot-assisted surgery, particularly within urology. Her work addresses the critical challenge of efficiently and effectively preparing novice surgeons for the operating room. Wagner’s major contributions center on developing and validating structured, multidisciplinary training curricula. Her studies demonstrate that a one-day, intensive training program can provide significant value for beginners, and she has shown that direct proctoring by an experienced surgeon yields results equivalent to simulator-generated guidance, a finding that has practical implications for resource allocation in training programs. While her most-cited papers each hold 2 citations, their collective impact lies in establishing evidence-based frameworks for surgical education. By quantifying the effect of structured training on future surgical activity, Wagner provides a roadmap for residency programs to enhance skill acquisition and patient safety, making her a key voice in the ongoing evolution of robotic surgery pedagogy.
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