Max Robotics — Global Service Robot Directory + US Certification

About

Chiara Schipa is a rising anesthesiology researcher whose work focuses on the perioperative care of elderly and vulnerable patients undergoing robotic-assisted and laparoscopic surgery. Her research centers on three key areas: the physiological impact of extreme surgical positioning, frailty as a predictor of surgical outcomes, and the optimization of anesthesia for older adults. Schipa’s most cited paper (2022, 28 citations) investigates how the steep Trendelenburg position elevates intraocular pressure, identifying a critical risk factor for postoperative visual loss and ocular complications. She further explores the cardiovascular and cognitive consequences of such positioning in the elderly, demonstrating that the combination of pneumoperitoneum and extreme postures can compromise cardiac output and cerebral blood flow. Notably, her 2023 multicenter study (10 citations) validates the Modified Frailty Index as a tool to predict complications in older women with endometrial cancer undergoing minimally invasive surgery. Her 2025 work on sugammadex dosing for deep neuromuscular blockade recovery in elderly prostatectomy patients underscores her commitment to tailoring anesthetic protocols for aging populations. With a growing citation record and a clear focus on patient safety, Schipa is establishing herself as a key voice in geriatric anesthesia and robotic surgery.