Mohammed Shahait
University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, University of Pennsylvania Health System, King Hussein Cancer Center, American University of Beirut Medical Center, University of California, Irvine, Hôpital Georges-Clemenceau, University of Sharjah, Saint Louis University
Papers
25
Total Citations
294
H-Index
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About
Mohammed Shahait is a urological surgeon and researcher whose work has significantly advanced the field of minimally invasive and robot-assisted urological surgery. His research spans robotic prostatectomy, nephrectomy, surgical simulation, and perioperative optimization — areas in which he has consistently pushed the boundaries of patient-centered care and surgical innovation. Among his most influential contributions is his investigation into outpatient robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), exploring patient readiness for same-day discharge and garnering 41 citations. He has also made meaningful strides in surgical education, evaluating virtual reality simulators for percutaneous nephrolithotomy training — recognizing that a steep learning curve demands rigorous preparation tools. His comparative meta-analyses of single-port versus multiport robotic approaches for both prostatectomy and partial nephrectomy reflect his commitment to evidence-based surgical decision-making. Shahait's work on valveless trocar systems, robot-assisted TAP blocks, and bladder neck-sparing simple prostatectomy demonstrates a refined focus on refining surgical technique to minimize complications and improve recovery. His examination of RARP outcomes in octogenarian men further highlights his interest in expanding safe surgical access to vulnerable populations. With over 200 cumulative citations, Shahait's body of work represents a substantive and growing contribution to modern robotic urology.
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- 10Measuring Quality of Life Following Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy10 citations · 2021