Christopher Dru

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Dr. Christopher Dru is a leading researcher in the application of human factors engineering to robotic-assisted surgery, with a primary focus on improving surgical safety, efficiency, and team performance. His most-cited work, "Surgical flow disruptions during robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy" (2017, 23 citations), pioneered the systematic analysis of workflow interruptions in the operating room, identifying how training gaps and integration challenges lead to suboptimal patient care. By quantifying these disruptions, Dr. Dru has provided a critical framework for redesigning surgical protocols and team coordination. His research bridges the gap between clinical practice and human factors science, offering actionable insights to reduce errors and enhance surgical outcomes. Dr. Dru’s contributions are particularly notable for their direct impact on training curricula and operating room design, making him a key voice in the movement toward safer, more efficient robotic surgery. His work continues to influence how surgical teams anticipate and mitigate disruptions, ultimately improving both surgeon performance and patient safety.