Mary E. Warner

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Mary E. Warner is a leading anesthesiologist and researcher whose work centers on perioperative nerve injuries, patient safety, and the complications arising from surgical positioning. Her most influential study, "Upper and Middle Trunk Brachial Plexopathy After Robotic Prostatectomy" (2012), with 19 citations, identified a critical link between steep head-down positioning during robotic-assisted prostatectomy and brachial plexus injuries. By detailing three patient cases, Warner and her colleagues pinpointed the mechanisms—such as shoulder braces and arm malposition—that compress the upper and middle trunks of the brachial plexus, offering actionable insights to prevent such debilitating complications. This work has shaped anesthesia protocols and surgical practices, reducing the risk of postoperative neuropathy. Warner’s contributions extend to collaborative studies on nerve injury prevention, earning her recognition as a key voice in perioperative medicine. Her research, while focused on a specific clinical problem, has had a broad impact on improving patient outcomes in minimally invasive surgery, making her a trusted authority for clinicians and trainees seeking to understand and mitigate iatrogenic nerve damage.