Katherine W. Herbst
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279
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About
Katherine W. Herbst is a leading researcher in pediatric urology, with a primary focus on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly robotic-assisted procedures. Her major contributions center on evaluating the safety, efficacy, and outcomes of robotic surgery in children, with landmark studies on robotic-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty and ureteral reimplantation. Her 2015 multi-institutional study on robot-assisted pyeloplasty in infants, cited over 100 times, established benchmarks for this delicate procedure, while her work on objective pain assessment demonstrated significant advantages of robotic over open approaches. Herbst has also pioneered research on perioperative complications, with a 45-citation study providing critical safety data for pediatric robotic urology. Beyond clinical outcomes, she has shaped surgical education through milestone assessments and proctor-based training models for faculty. Her work on parental perceptions of postoperative symptoms adds a valuable patient-centered dimension to her research. With multiple highly cited papers and a consistent focus on improving surgical care for children, Herbst has become a respected authority in pediatric robotic urology, influencing both clinical practice and training standards worldwide.
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- 7Pediatric Robotic Pyeloplasties: Initial Experience at a Single Center4 citations · 2013
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