Emily P Ng

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Emily P. Ng is a surgical outcomes researcher whose work centers on health equity in thoracic surgery, with a particular focus on how socioeconomic factors influence perioperative care. Her landmark study, "Effect of Socio-Economic Status on Perioperative Outcomes After Robotic-Assisted Pulmonary Lobectomy" (2022, 4 citations), was among the first to rigorously examine whether lower socioeconomic status correlates with worse short-term surgical outcomes in patients undergoing robotic-assisted lung cancer resection. By analyzing disparities in recovery, complication rates, and hospital stays, Ng demonstrated that even with advanced minimally invasive techniques, systemic inequities persist—a finding that challenges surgeons and hospitals to address social determinants of health. Her work bridges the gap between surgical innovation and health justice, offering actionable insights for improving care delivery. Ng’s research has been recognized for its methodological rigor and its potential to reshape preoperative risk assessment protocols. She continues to advocate for data-driven approaches to reduce disparities, making her a rising voice in the movement toward equitable surgical outcomes.