Jeffrey K. Mullins
Johns Hopkins University, NYU Langone Health, University of Baltimore
Papers
16
Total Citations
990
H-Index
14
About
Jeffrey K. Mullins is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher whose work has fundamentally shaped the modern approach to kidney cancer surgery. His primary research focuses on the adoption, outcomes, and cost-effectiveness of robotic-assisted surgery, particularly for partial nephrectomy. Mullins’ landmark 2012 study, cited over 260 times, demonstrated that robotic technology was a key driver behind the increased use of nephron-sparing partial nephrectomy, a critical shift away from radical nephrectomy. He further advanced the field by leading multi-institutional analyses showing that “off-clamp” robotic partial nephrectomy better preserves renal function and by systematically characterizing perioperative complications across hundreds of patients. His work also provides essential guidance on patient selection, showing that tumor complexity and intra-abdominal fat predict surgical outcomes and malignancy risk. With a portfolio of highly cited papers—including comparative cost analyses and studies on high-risk prostate cancer—Mullins has established the evidence base for minimally invasive techniques, helping surgeons and patients make informed, data-driven decisions that improve both cancer control and quality of life.
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- 5Tumor Complexity Predicts Malignant Disease for Small Renal Masses53 citations · 2012
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- 10Live Robotic Surgery: Are Outcomes Compromised?42 citations · 2012