Kathleen C. Kobashi

Virginia Mason Medical Center

Papers

3

Total Citations

22

H-Index

2

About

Dr. Kathleen C. Kobashi is a leading figure in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive treatments for stress urinary incontinence and vaginal prolapse. Her pioneering work has significantly advanced the field of robotic and laparoscopic female pelvic floor reconstruction, as evidenced by her landmark 2006 paper on the subject, which has garnered 16 citations and remains a foundational reference for surgeons worldwide. Dr. Kobashi has been instrumental in refining surgical techniques that reduce patient morbidity and improve outcomes, particularly through her 2008 exploration of minimally invasive approaches to stress urinary incontinence and vaginal prolapse. Her comprehensive analysis of complications in robotic urologic surgery, published in 2017, has provided critical safety guidelines for the urological community. With a career dedicated to elevating the standard of care through innovation and rigorous clinical research, Dr. Kobashi’s contributions continue to shape modern urological practice, offering patients safer, more effective solutions for complex pelvic floor disorders.

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H-Index
3
Papers
22
Total Citations
7
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic and laparoscopic female pelvic floor reconstruction
16 citations · 2006
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2006 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 6
🏛 Institutions: Virginia Mason Medical Center

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