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Dr. Katherine T. Sentell is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher whose work is revolutionizing the surgical management of kidney cancer. Her primary research focuses on the application of near-infrared fluorescence (NIRF) imaging during robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN). Her most impactful contribution is the development of a standardized dosing strategy for indocyanine green (ICG) dye, which allows for real-time, intraoperative differentiation between renal tumors and normal parenchyma. This technique, detailed in her highly cited 2020 paper (27 citations), significantly improves the precision of tumor resection while maximizing the preservation of healthy kidney tissue. Dr. Sentell has also advanced the field by defining the current role of ICG in robot-assisted urologic surgery (2018, 20 citations). Beyond imaging, she has demonstrated the safety and feasibility of a single overnight stay after robotic partial nephrectomy (2019, 17 citations), challenging traditional recovery protocols and paving the way for enhanced patient recovery. Her work is instrumental in making kidney-sparing surgery safer, more effective, and less burdensome for patients.