Mackenzie Mayhew

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Dr. Mackenzie Mayhew is a pioneering pediatric surgeon whose work is reshaping the landscape of minimally invasive surgery for children. Her research focuses on the safe and effective introduction of robotic-assisted techniques in pediatric populations, particularly for common procedures like inguinal hernia repair and cholecystectomy. Her most cited work, "Initial Experience with Robotic Inguinal Hernia Repair in the Adolescent Population" (14 citations), provides critical early evidence that robotic approaches can be tailored to meet the unique anatomical and physiological needs of adolescents, challenging the one-size-fits-all paradigm in pediatric hernia surgery. Dr. Mayhew has also made significant contributions to the field's foundational safety protocols, as highlighted in her study on "The safe introduction of robotic surgery in a free-standing children’s hospital" (5 citations), which offers a roadmap for other institutions. Her six-year update on "Pediatric Single-Incision Robotic Cholecystectomy" (4 citations) further demonstrates her commitment to refining techniques and tracking long-term outcomes. Through her work, Dr. Mayhew is not only advancing surgical precision but also ensuring that the benefits of robotic technology—such as reduced pain and faster recovery—are accessible to the youngest and most vulnerable patients.