Erin Saleeby
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Erin Saleeby is a leading voice in health systems resilience, with her research centering on surgical capacity management during public health crises. Her most cited work, "Prioritizing Surgical Services during on-Going Pandemic Response," introduces the Medically Necessary Time Sensitive Surgery (MeNTS) Scoring Tool—a practical framework that helps hospitals triage surgical cases when resources are strained by surges like COVID-19. This contribution has been cited 8 times and is recognized for its immediate utility in balancing urgent patient needs with system capacity. Saleeby’s work directly addresses the challenge of maintaining essential surgical services while managing fluctuating pandemic demands, offering a reliable, evidence-based approach to decision-making. Her research is notable for its real-world application, guiding hospitals in expanding capacity for delayed procedures without compromising critical care. By providing a structured method to prioritize surgeries, Saleeby has helped shape operational strategies during ongoing and future health emergencies, making her a key contributor to the field of surgical health services research and pandemic preparedness.
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