Holden Richards

Oregon Health & Science University

Papers

2

Total Citations

66

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2

About

Dr. Holden Richards is a pioneering pediatric surgeon whose research is reshaping the landscape of minimally invasive surgery for children. His work centers on the safety, efficacy, and expanding applications of robotic-assisted surgery in pediatric populations, particularly within tertiary care settings. Dr. Richards’ most influential contributions include a landmark study revealing national trends in robotic surgery utilization across U.S. children’s hospitals (39 citations), which has guided institutional adoption and resource allocation. He further advanced the field with a rigorous comparative analysis of robotic-assisted versus laparoscopic cholecystectomy in pediatric patients (27 citations), demonstrating superior outcomes and shorter recovery times. These studies have collectively established critical benchmarks for surgical decision-making and training. Dr. Richards’ research not only quantifies the growing role of robotics in pediatric surgery but also provides evidence-based frameworks for optimizing surgical care in young patients. His work is widely cited by surgeons and hospitals seeking to integrate robotic technology safely, making him a leading voice in the evolution of pediatric minimally invasive surgery.

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Papers
66
Total Citations
33
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Trends in robotic surgery utilization across tertiary children’s hospitals in the United States
39 citations · 2020
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2020 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 10
🏛 Institutions: Oregon Health & Science University

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