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Ruaidhri McVey is a surgeon-researcher at the forefront of robotic surgery training and governance. His work focuses on two critical areas: understanding the learning curve for robotic surgical skills and shaping the regulatory framework for robotic surgery adoption. In his highly cited 2016 study (22 citations), McVey demonstrated that baseline laparoscopic skill can predict early robotic surgery learning curves, providing a foundation for individualized training curricula that could accelerate surgeon proficiency. More recently, his 2025 national cross-sectional analysis examined stakeholder views on robotic surgery practice and governance in Ireland, offering vital insights into the ethical and regulatory dimensions of this rapidly expanding field. By bridging technical skill assessment with policy considerations, McVey’s research directly addresses the challenges of safely integrating robotic technology into surgical practice. His work is particularly valuable for trainees and educators seeking evidence-based approaches to robotic surgery education, as well as for policymakers navigating the governance of emerging surgical technologies.
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