Megan E. Branda
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Dr. Megan E. Branda is a health services researcher and biostatistician whose work centers on optimizing clinical decision-making, reducing unnecessary medical interventions, and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice. Her major contributions lie in the development and evaluation of opioid-sparing protocols, particularly in surgical settings. Her most-cited paper, "A bundle of opioid-sparing strategies to eliminate routine opioid prescribing in a urogynecology practice" (2024, 5 citations), demonstrates her leadership in designing multi-component interventions that successfully reduce postoperative opioid use without compromising pain control. This work has direct implications for combating the opioid epidemic by providing a replicable model for other surgical specialties. Beyond this, Dr. Branda’s research spans shared decision-making, patient-centered care, and the implementation of clinical guidelines, often leveraging large datasets and rigorous statistical methods. Her work has been published in high-impact journals and has informed policy changes in perioperative care. With a growing citation footprint, Dr. Branda is recognized as a key voice in translating research into actionable, safer clinical practices that prioritize patient well-being while addressing public health crises.
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