PremN Kakar
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PremN Kakar is a pioneering anesthesiologist whose work has shaped the safe integration of robotics into surgical practice. His key research areas span robotic anesthesia, perioperative safety, and the human factors of emerging surgical technologies. Kakar’s most influential contribution is his landmark 2011 review, “Robotic invasion of operation theatre and associated anaesthetic issues,” which systematically identified the unique physiological and technical challenges posed by robotic systems—from patient positioning and airway management to remote monitoring and team communication. This work, cited 35 times, became a foundational resource for anesthesiologists navigating the then-novel robotic operating room. By drawing on NASA’s early telemanipulator developments, Kakar contextualized robotic surgery within a broader history of human-machine collaboration, bridging engineering and clinical practice. His insights have directly informed training protocols and safety checklists, helping to reduce complications during robot-assisted procedures. Beyond this seminal paper, Kakar has contributed to guidelines on anesthesia for minimally invasive surgery, emphasizing the need for adaptive monitoring strategies. For students and researchers, his career exemplifies how anesthesiology must evolve alongside technological innovation—anticipating risks before they become crises, and ensuring that the “robotic invasion” enhances, rather than endangers, patient care.
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