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Dr. Erika Banks is a leading voice in obstetrics and gynecology education, with a focused research portfolio dedicated to enhancing surgical training and patient safety. Her work centers on two critical, intersecting areas: the integration of simulation-based learning and the adoption of robotic surgery in residency programs. Dr. Banks’s most impactful contribution, the 2019 "ACOG Simulation Working Group" study (26 citations), provided a foundational needs assessment of simulation training across OB/GYN residencies, directly shaping national recommendations for future curricula. This landmark work is complemented by her investigation into residents' confidence with robotic hysterectomy (2021), which highlights the critical gap between technological advancement and trainee preparedness. By systematically evaluating these training modalities, Dr. Banks is not only improving educational outcomes but also directly influencing how future generations of surgeons are equipped to perform complex, minimally invasive procedures. Her research serves as an essential roadmap for program directors seeking to modernize their training, ensuring that high-tech surgical tools are matched by equally sophisticated, evidence-based educational strategies.
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