Nawaraj Bhattarai
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Dr. Nawaraj Bhattarai is a health economist whose research sits at the critical intersection of surgical innovation and healthcare value. His work primarily focuses on the cost-effectiveness of advanced orthopedic procedures, with a particular emphasis on robotic-assisted surgery. In his landmark 2025 study, Bhattarai conducted a rigorous economic evaluation comparing robotic-arm assisted total knee arthroplasty (rTKA) against manual total knee arthroplasty (mTKA) from the perspective of the UK NHS. This analysis, which has already garnered 3 citations, estimated the additional cost per quality-adjusted life-year (QALY) gained—a pivotal metric for healthcare decision-makers. By quantifying whether the higher upfront costs of robotic technology translate into meaningful patient benefits, Bhattarai provides essential evidence for resource allocation in an era of constrained healthcare budgets. His work helps surgeons and policymakers navigate the tension between technological promise and fiscal responsibility. As robotic surgery expands, Bhattarai’s contributions ensure that adoption is guided not just by clinical enthusiasm but by robust economic data, making him a key voice in the ongoing debate over value-based healthcare delivery.
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