Mary E. Charlton

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Mary E. Charlton is a leading colorectal surgeon whose work has advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly in robotic-assisted and single-incision procedures. Her research focuses on improving operative efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing patient outcomes in colorectal surgery. Her most cited paper, "An initial experience with 85 consecutive robotic-assisted rectal dissections: improved operating times and lower costs with experience" (2014, 60 citations), demonstrated that as surgeons gain proficiency, robotic rectal dissections become faster and more cost-effective—a pivotal finding for hospital adoption of robotic platforms. Charlton also pioneered single-incision robotic colectomy (SIRC), as shown in her 2015 study comparing SIRC to multiport laparoscopic colectomy, which addressed feasibility and cost concerns despite lower citation counts. Her work has directly influenced surgical training and resource allocation, proving that robotic techniques can be economically viable with experience. By systematically evaluating outcomes and costs, Charlton has helped shape evidence-based guidelines for minimally invasive colorectal surgery, making her a key figure in the field’s technological evolution.

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1. 1
   An initial experience with 85 consecutive robotic-assisted rectal dissections: improved operating times and lower costs with experience

   60 citations · 2014
2. 2
   Single-incision robotic colectomy: are costs prohibitive?

   7 citations · 2015

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