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About
Dr. Kirstan K. Meldrum is a leading pediatric urologist whose research focuses on optimizing surgical outcomes and understanding the human dimensions of care in pediatric urology. Her major contributions lie in defining the learning curves for complex robotic surgeries, particularly through the use of Cumulative Sum (CUSUM) analysis. Her work on pediatric robot-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty and ureteric reimplantation provides critical benchmarks for surgical training and competency, directly addressing how trainee involvement impacts procedural efficiency and outcomes. With over 18 citations across her most influential papers, Dr. Meldrum’s impact is rapidly growing. Notably, her research extends beyond technical metrics to explore the emotional and psychological effects of surgical decisions on families. Her study on parental decision regret after pediatric urologic surgeries offers profound insights into patient-centered care, comparing these feelings to everyday life choices. By bridging advanced surgical analytics with the lived experiences of patients and families, Dr. Meldrum is shaping a more compassionate and data-driven future for pediatric urology.
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