Devon T. Collins
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Devon T. Collins is a surgical educator and researcher whose work centers on the intersection of robotic surgery and general surgery training. In their most-cited study, "Residents’ Views on the Impact of Robotic Surgery on General Surgery Education" (2020, 26 citations), Collins provides critical insight into how the rapid adoption of robotic platforms is reshaping surgical education. This work highlights a key tension: while robotic systems offer technical precision, they may reduce hands-on learning opportunities for residents, particularly in open and laparoscopic procedures. By centering the perspectives of trainees themselves, Collins has helped catalyze a necessary conversation about curriculum reform in modern surgical programs. Their research is especially valuable for educators and program directors seeking to balance technological advancement with robust, well-rounded training. Collins’s contributions are foundational to understanding how to preserve educational quality in an era of surgical innovation.
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