Justen Kozlowski
Papers
14
Total Citations
380
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About
Justen Kozlowski is a leading researcher in the field of robot-assisted surgery (RAS), with a particular focus on the human factors that determine surgical success. His work uniquely bridges the gap between surgical technique and team dynamics, exploring how communication, workload, and physical movement within the operating room impact patient outcomes. Kozlowski’s highly cited studies, including “The Loud Surgeon Behind the Console” (66 citations) and “Ambulatory movements, team dynamics and interactions during robot-assisted surgery” (63 citations), have fundamentally reshaped our understanding of the non-technical skills required for safe robotic procedures. He has pioneered the use of cognitive analysis and validated assessment tools like the Robotic Anastomosis Competency Evaluation (RACE) to objectively measure surgical proficiency and the effectiveness of mentorship. Beyond team dynamics, Kozlowski has made significant contributions to surgical oncology, developing techniques for complex procedures such as the ‘W’-configuration urinary diversion and creating scoring systems like PLACE to ensure the completeness of lymph node dissections during robot-assisted radical cystectomy for bladder cancer. His work on quantifying residual cancer cells in pelvic washing has also provided critical insights into cancer recurrence. With a portfolio of work that has garnered hundreds of citations, Kozlowski is a pivotal figure in advancing both the safety and efficacy of modern robotic surgery.
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- 6Technical mentorship during robot‐assisted surgery: a cognitive analysis29 citations · 2016
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- 10Robot-Assisted Radical Cystectomy in Men: Technique of Spaces9 citations · 2018