Franklin Dexter
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About
Franklin Dexter is a leading authority in operating room management and anesthesia economics, with a career dedicated to optimizing surgical efficiency through rigorous quantitative analysis. His research focuses on the statistical design of clinical trials for perioperative systems, the economic rationale for flexible operating room allocation, and the policy implications of preincision workflows. In his highly cited work, Dexter has provided the foundational framework for anesthesia groups to run additional rooms for surgeons with heavy caseloads, demonstrating how data-driven scheduling can reduce waste and improve access. He has also advanced the methodology for evaluating new technologies, such as ultraviolet disinfection robots, by designing overnight trials that account for heterogeneous disinfection times—a contribution that directly impacts infection control and capital investment decisions. With papers cited in leading journals like *Anesthesia & Analgesia*, Dexter’s influence extends beyond academia into hospital policy, where his statistical models guide real-world decisions on staffing, room turnover, and resource allocation. His work is essential reading for any researcher or clinician seeking to transform perioperative services from art to science.
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