Mara Z. Carrasquillo
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Mara Z. Carrasquillo is a clinical researcher advancing perioperative pain management, with a focus on opioid-sparing and opioid-free pathways in surgical recovery. Her most cited work, "Safe transition to opioid-free pathway after robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy" (2021, 7 citations), demonstrates a pivotal contribution to reducing postoperative opioid use while maintaining effective analgesia. This study provides a framework for implementing multimodal, non-opioid strategies in urologic surgery, addressing the critical need for safer pain management amid the opioid epidemic. Carrasquillo’s research emphasizes patient safety, enhanced recovery protocols, and the integration of evidence-based alternatives to traditional opioid regimens. Her work has practical implications for surgical teams and policymakers aiming to minimize opioid-related risks without compromising patient outcomes. By highlighting the feasibility of opioid-free transitions in a common robotic procedure, she offers a scalable model for broader surgical applications. Carrasquillo’s contributions are particularly relevant for clinicians and researchers seeking to balance pain control with responsible prescribing, marking her as a thoughtful voice in the evolution of perioperative care.
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