Natalie Pudalov
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85
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About
Dr. Natalie Pudalov is a pioneering colorectal surgeon whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive robotic techniques for complex colorectal conditions. Her landmark study, "The robotic colorectal experience: an outcomes and learning curve analysis of 502 patients" (40 citations), established a foundational benchmark for implementing robotic platforms in colorectal practice, demonstrating safety and efficacy across a large patient cohort. Dr. Pudalov has been at the forefront of transanal robotic surgery, notably performing the first human transanal Flex robot excision of a rectal gastrointestinal stromal tumor, documented in a video vignette (16 citations). She has systematically compared robotic platforms for transanal minimally invasive surgery (15 citations) and investigated innovations such as the AirSeal® valve-less trocar system to improve surgical outcomes (6 citations). Her work extends to managing diverticulitis with robotic-assisted techniques (5 citations) and exploring novel approaches like transvaginal rectopexy for rectal prolapse (3 citations). Through these contributions, Dr. Pudalov has shaped the learning curve for robotic colorectal surgery, expanded the scope of transanal interventions, and demonstrated the versatility of robotic systems in addressing both common and complex colorectal pathologies, making her a leading voice in the field.
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