Nelly Tan

University of California, Los Angeles, Loma Linda University

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Dr. Nelly Tan is a leading researcher in the field of urologic oncology, with a specialized focus on the integration of advanced imaging into the surgical management of prostate cancer. Her work has been instrumental in demonstrating the critical value of multiparametric prostate MRI for surgical planning, particularly in the context of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). Dr. Tan’s major contributions include establishing MRI-based predictors of biochemical recurrence, a key indicator of cancer progression after surgery. Her landmark 2011 study on the value of prostate MRI in surgical planning has garnered 43 citations, underscoring its influence on clinical practice. She has also pioneered the use of 3 Tesla volumetric MRI, correlating imaging findings with whole-mount histopathology to refine risk stratification for patients undergoing robotic surgery. Her research has helped bridge the gap between radiology and urology, enabling more precise, patient-tailored surgical approaches. By fine-tuning RARP planning with MRI, Dr. Tan has advanced the goal of improving oncologic outcomes while preserving quality of life for men with prostate cancer.