Lucia Cheng
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Dr. Lucia Cheng is a health economist and health services researcher whose work focuses on the economic evaluation of surgical technologies, particularly in oncology. She is best known for her systematic review of cost-effectiveness analyses of robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy for localized prostate cancer, published in *BMJ Open* in 2022. This paper, which has garnered 22 citations, critically assessed the economic evidence comparing robotic-assisted surgery to open and laparoscopic approaches, highlighting methodological inconsistencies and the need for more robust, long-term data. Her contributions have helped clarify the value proposition of high-cost surgical innovations, informing policy and clinical decision-making. Dr. Cheng’s research is characterized by rigorous synthesis methods and a focus on translating evidence into practice. Her work is essential reading for researchers and clinicians navigating the intersection of surgical innovation, patient outcomes, and healthcare costs.
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