Lynn D. Kowalski
Las Vegas Institute, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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About
Dr. Lynn D. Kowalski is a leading gynecologic oncologist whose research has fundamentally reshaped surgical staging for endometrial cancer. Her most transformative contribution is the landmark FIRES trial, a multicentre, prospective cohort study that compared sentinel lymph node biopsy to complete lymphadenectomy. This work, cited over 900 times, provided definitive evidence that sentinel node mapping with robotic fluorescence imaging is a safe, effective alternative to more invasive lymph node dissection—sparing countless patients from lymphedema and other surgical morbidities. Dr. Kowalski’s pioneering use of robotic-assisted fluorescence imaging to detect metastatic disease has set a new standard of care in endometrial cancer staging. Beyond this core achievement, she has also advanced the field by investigating surgical team dynamics, including the impact of employing a surgical assist versus a second surgeon on robotic case outcomes. Her rigorous, practice-changing research continues to influence clinical guidelines worldwide, making her a pivotal figure in the evolution of minimally invasive gynecologic oncology.
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