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Roger Satterthwaite is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work has focused on refining surgical outcomes in prostate cancer treatment, particularly through the lens of robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALP). His key research areas include the impact of prior transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) on subsequent robotic prostatectomy outcomes and the safety and efficacy of RALP in obese patients. Satterthwaite’s major contribution is demonstrating that patients with prior TURP who undergo RALP face higher positive surgical margin rates—a finding with direct clinical implications for surgical planning and patient counseling. His most cited paper on this topic has garnered 32 citations, underscoring its influence in urologic oncology. Additionally, his work on RALP in obese patients, with 8 citations, provides evidence that experienced robotic surgeons can achieve lower estimated blood loss and transfusion rates with comparable clinical outcomes to open surgery. These studies, often conducted in collaboration with leading urologists like Timothy G. Wilson, have helped shape best practices in robotic prostate surgery. Satterthwaite’s research remains a valuable resource for surgeons navigating complex patient populations and optimizing surgical techniques.