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Dr. Nini An is a pioneering pediatric urologic surgeon whose research centers on minimally invasive surgical techniques for complex urinary tract conditions in children. Her work has fundamentally advanced the application of robotic-assisted surgery, particularly for ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO)—a leading cause of hydronephrosis in pediatric patients. In her foundational 2021 study, Dr. An demonstrated the safety, feasibility, and distinct advantages of the da Vinci robotic system for UPJO repair, establishing a new standard of care. She further revolutionized postoperative management through her 2024 investigation into enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols for children undergoing robot-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty, showing significant improvements in recovery outcomes. Most recently, her 2025 multi-institutional study on minimally invasive appendiceal onlay ureteroplasty has provided a groundbreaking solution for managing complex proximal ureteral strictures in children. With her work accumulating citations across these high-impact studies, Dr. An’s contributions are shaping the future of pediatric urology by reducing surgical trauma and accelerating recovery for young patients.
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