Robert G. Johnson

New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Papers

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Total Citations

6

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About

Robert G. Johnson is a surgeon-researcher whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly in inguinal hernia repair. His most-cited study, "A preliminary evaluation of two different meshes in minimally invasive inguinal hernia surgery" (2020), provides critical early data comparing mesh types used in laparoscopic procedures, addressing a key question in surgical practice: which biomaterial yields better patient outcomes? Though early in its citation trajectory, this work has already garnered 6 citations, signaling growing interest among peers in evidence-based mesh selection. Johnson’s contributions lie at the intersection of surgical innovation and patient safety, offering practical insights that help refine operative protocols. His research underscores the importance of rigorous comparative studies in a field where small technical differences can significantly affect recovery and complication rates. As a clinician-investigator, Johnson bridges the gap between the operating room and the literature, ensuring that emerging techniques are grounded in solid data. For students and researchers in surgery, his work exemplifies how focused, preliminary evaluations can lay the groundwork for larger trials and ultimately shape clinical guidelines.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
A preliminary evaluation of two different meshes in minimally invasive inguinal hernia surgery
6 citations · 2020
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2020 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 4
🏛 Institutions: New Hanover Regional Medical Center

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