Papers
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Total Citations
829
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About
J. Eric Jelovsek is a prominent gynecologic surgeon and clinical researcher whose work sits at the intersection of minimally invasive surgery, pelvic floor reconstruction, and surgical education. He has made foundational contributions to our understanding of how laparoscopic and robotic-assisted approaches compare in treating pelvic organ prolapse and performing hysterectomy, most notably through his landmark 2011 randomized trial comparing laparoscopic and robotic sacrocolpopexy for vaginal vault prolapse — a study that has garnered over 400 citations and remains a cornerstone reference in urogynecology. His broader body of work systematically evaluates perioperative safety, long-term surgical outcomes, and the influence of surgeon volume on patient outcomes in minimally invasive gynecologic procedures. Beyond clinical research, Jelovsek has demonstrated a deep commitment to surgical training and assessment, developing validated simulation models for ureteral anastomosis and applying script concordance methodology to measure intraoperative judgment across stages of gynecologic training. His research has collectively shaped evidence-based surgical practice, helping clinicians make more informed choices between emerging technologies and established techniques — a contribution of enduring value to both the field and the patients it serves.
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Top Papers
- 1Laparoscopic Compared With Robotic Sacrocolpopexy for Vaginal Prolapse414 citations · 2011
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- 3Perioperative adverse events after minimally invasive abdominal sacrocolpopexy104 citations · 2014
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- 5Ureterovaginal fistula: a case series33 citations · 2013
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- 10Laparoscopic Versus Robotic Hysterectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial3 citations · 2011