Meredith Metcalf
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Dr. Meredith Metcalf is a leading voice in urological pain management and opioid stewardship, whose work directly addresses the critical intersection of surgical recovery and the opioid crisis. Her primary research focuses on developing evidence-based, procedure-specific prescribing guidelines to minimize unnecessary opioid exposure after surgery. Her landmark 2021 study, "Evidence-Based Recommendations for Opioid Prescribing After Endourological and Minimally Invasive Urological Surgery," which has garnered 13 citations, is a cornerstone of this effort. This work systematically refines initial pilot data to provide actionable, tailored recommendations for endourological procedures, directly combating the problem of overprescribing. By translating feasibility data into robust clinical guidelines, Dr. Metcalf empowers surgeons to practice responsible opioid stewardship without compromising patient pain management. Her contributions are vital for shaping safer postoperative protocols, reducing the risk of new persistent opioid use, and advancing a more sustainable, patient-centered model of care in urology.
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