M. Hewitt
Papers
6
Total Citations
126
H-Index
6
About
Dr. M. Hewitt is a leading figure in the field of gynaecological robotic surgery, with a career dedicated to advancing minimally invasive techniques for women’s health. Her research focuses on the clinical efficacy, safety protocols, and economic viability of robot-assisted procedures. Notably, her landmark systematic review and meta-analysis comparing robot-assisted hysterectomy to open and laparoscopic approaches (2013, 64 citations) provides critical evidence for surgical decision-making, highlighting the benefits and trade-offs of robotic platforms. Dr. Hewitt has also pioneered practical safety innovations, such as the Da Vinci robot emergency undocking protocol (2016, 30 citations), a vital contribution to operating room safety that has been widely adopted. Her work extends to specialized applications, including robotic management of cervical carcinoma and interval laparoscopic cervical cerclage, demonstrating the versatility of robotic surgery. Additionally, her cost-analysis study (2013, 6 citations) offers essential insights into the economic considerations of implementing robotic programs, particularly in an Irish healthcare setting. Through her systematic reviews, safety protocols, and economic evaluations, Dr. Hewitt has shaped both clinical practice and institutional policy, making her a key contributor to the evolution of robotic gynaecology.
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Top Papers
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- 2Da Vinci robot emergency undocking protocol30 citations · 2016
- 3Robot‐assisted surgery in gynaecology13 citations · 2011
- 4Robotic surgery in the management of cervical carcinoma7 citations · 2011
- 5Gynaecological robotic surgery in an Irish setting—cost analysis6 citations · 2013
- 6Robot-assisted laparoscopic cervical cerclage as an interval procedure6 citations · 2012