About

Edward J. Tanner is a leading gynecologic oncologist whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for endometrial and cervical cancers. His most impactful work focuses on sentinel lymph node mapping, where he has pioneered the use of indocyanine green and robotic-assisted approaches to improve detection rates and reduce surgical morbidity. His landmark 2014 study comparing colorimetric versus fluorometric mapping (147 citations) and his 2015 work on factors for successful bilateral mapping (121 citations) have become foundational in the field. Beyond sentinel node innovation, Tanner has critically examined disparities in surgical care, notably in his 2016 study on patient, surgeon, and hospital factors affecting hysterectomy outcomes (117 citations). He has also championed single-site robotic surgery, demonstrating its feasibility and cost-effectiveness in gynecologic oncology. With over 700 cumulative citations across his top ten papers, Tanner’s work has directly shaped clinical guidelines for endometrial cancer staging. His contributions are particularly valued for their practical focus on optimizing outcomes for complex patient populations, including the morbidly obese, while advancing the precision and equity of surgical oncology.

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10
H-Index
16
Papers
763
Total Citations
48
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
A comparison of colorimetric versus fluorometric sentinel lymph node mapping during robotic surgery for endometrial cancer
147 citations · 2014
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2015 (4 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 53
🏛 Institutions: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Johns Hopkins University, Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University

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