Robert B. Nadler
Papers
17
Total Citations
481
H-Index
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About
Robert B. Nadler is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose research has fundamentally shaped the evolution of minimally invasive surgery for prostate and kidney cancers. His work centers on robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP) and pyeloplasty, with a particular focus on comparing outcomes, refining surgical techniques, and reducing costs. Nadler led the first multi-institutional study using the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) to compare 30-day complication and readmission rates between open and robotic prostatectomy—a landmark paper cited 74 times that directly addressed impending Medicare readmission penalties. He also spearheaded the Multi-Institutional Laparoscopic and Robotic Pyeloplasty Collaborative Group, analyzing 865 cases across 15 centers to identify factors predicting procedural success (61 citations). Nadler introduced innovative approaches such as radiofrequency ablation-assisted clampless partial nephrectomy to eliminate warm ischemia, and cystoscope-assisted bladder diverticulectomy for better intracorporeal visualization. His work on simple operating room modifications to reduce RALP time and cost (32 citations) demonstrates a commitment to improving healthcare value. With over 400 total citations, Nadler’s contributions have established evidence-based benchmarks for robotic urologic surgery.
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- 5Cystoscope- and Robot-Assisted Bladder Diverticulectomy38 citations · 2008
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