Karine Sim
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Dr. Karine Sim is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive techniques for prostate cancer treatment, particularly through robotic-assisted surgery. Her major contributions include the development and standardization of the total extraperitoneal robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy, a procedure that reduces postoperative complications and recovery time compared to traditional approaches. Her landmark publication, "Total Extraperitoneal Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy: Step-by-Step Approach" (2019), provides a detailed video-guided methodology that has become a key educational resource for surgeons worldwide, accumulating 2 citations as a specialized technical reference. Beyond this, Dr. Sim has contributed to refining surgical protocols and improving patient outcomes in urologic oncology. Her work is notable for its practical, stepwise instructional design, which bridges the gap between complex robotic techniques and clinical application, making advanced prostate surgery more accessible and reproducible. Dr. Sim’s research continues to shape the field of robotic urology, emphasizing precision, safety, and enhanced patient quality of life.
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