Martin M. McCarter

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Papers

Total Citations

159

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About

Dr. Martin M. McCarter is a leading surgical oncologist whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for complex gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary cancers. His most cited work, a landmark 2018 study comparing minimally invasive versus open pancreaticoduodenectomy across low and high volume centers (159 citations), critically evaluated the safety and oncologic outcomes of these approaches using the National Cancer Database. This research has been instrumental in shaping surgical standards, highlighting the importance of center volume in achieving optimal results with minimally invasive pancreatic surgery. Beyond this, Dr. McCarter has made significant contributions to understanding the role of laparoscopy and robotic surgery in treating pancreatic, gastric, and colorectal malignancies. His work consistently emphasizes patient safety, oncologic efficacy, and the nuanced interplay between surgical technique and institutional expertise. With a career dedicated to evidence-based surgical innovation, Dr. McCarter’s research has guided clinical practice and informed the ongoing debate about the adoption of advanced minimally invasive procedures in high-stakes cancer surgery.