Lori Rhodes
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Lori Rhodes is a clinical researcher whose work centers on metabolic and bariatric surgery, with a particular focus on patient safety and outcomes across diverse populations. Her most impactful contribution examines perioperative outcomes in elderly patients undergoing bariatric procedures, drawing on the comprehensive 2015–2017 MBSAQIP database. This study, which has garnered 28 citations, provides critical insights into the safety and efficacy of weight-loss surgery in older adults—a traditionally understudied group. By analyzing a large, multi-institutional dataset, Rhodes helped clarify risk profiles and recovery patterns, offering evidence that supports expanding surgical candidacy to older patients. Her work is notable for its methodological rigor and its direct relevance to clinical decision-making, addressing a key gap in the literature. Through this research, Rhodes has contributed to a more nuanced understanding of how age influences surgical outcomes, ultimately helping surgeons and patients make more informed choices. Her findings continue to inform best practices in bariatric care, underscoring her role in advancing safer, more inclusive surgical standards.
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