Papers
25
Total Citations
745
H-Index
14
About
Michael Palese is a urological surgeon and researcher whose work has fundamentally shaped the evolution of minimally invasive and robotic surgery, particularly in the treatment of kidney and urological conditions. His research has consistently focused on advancing robotic-assisted techniques, including pyeloplasty, partial nephrectomy, and radical prostatectomy, demonstrating how technology can overcome the steep technical demands of laparoscopic procedures. Palese's most influential contributions center on robotic dismembered pyeloplasty, with his multi-institutional studies — accumulating nearly 300 citations combined — establishing robust evidence for the da Vinci Surgical System as a safer, more accessible alternative to traditional laparoscopy for ureteropelvic junction obstruction repair. His investigations into surgical learning curves have provided practical guidance for experienced surgeons transitioning to robotic platforms, making his work especially valuable to trainees and program directors alike. Beyond technique, Palese has addressed patient safety through a novel laparoscopic needle-retrieval device and explored frailty indices as predictors of serious surgical complications. His more recent publications on single-port robotic surgery signal continued leadership at the frontier of urological innovation. With over 600 cumulative citations, his body of work represents a sustained and meaningful contribution to modern urology.
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Top Papers
- 1Robotic Dismembered Pyeloplasty: A 6-Year, Multi-Institutional Experience195 citations · 2008
- 2Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Dismembered Pyeloplasty: A Combined Experience93 citations · 2005
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- 4Robot-assisted laparoscopic dismembered pyeloplasty.54 citations · 2005
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- 8Trifecta Outcomes to Assess Learning Curve of Robotic Partial Nephrectomy29 citations · 2018
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- 10The current landscape of single-port robotic surgery in urology22 citations · 2025