Papers
4
Total Citations
182
H-Index
3
About
Dr. Katy Wang is a leading researcher in urologic oncology, with a primary focus on advancing robot-assisted surgery for bladder cancer. Her work bridges the gap between surgical technique and patient-centered outcomes, particularly through the cognitive assessment of surgical skill. In her highly cited 2014 study (92 citations), she pioneered methods to evaluate cognitive engagement, mental workload, and mental state during robot-assisted radical cystectomy, objectively differentiating novice from expert surgeons. This work has profound implications for surgical training and patient safety. Dr. Wang also contributed landmark studies on long-term oncologic outcomes, demonstrating the efficacy of robot-assisted radical cystectomy with a minimum five-year follow-up (47 citations), and on health-related quality of life using a validated bladder-specific instrument across multiple institutions (42 citations). Her research consistently emphasizes the importance of both technical proficiency and holistic patient well-being. Through these contributions, Dr. Wang has helped establish evidence-based benchmarks for robotic surgery, influencing both clinical practice and surgical education. Her work remains essential reading for researchers and clinicians seeking to optimize surgical outcomes and quality of life for bladder cancer patients.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4