Saeed Shoar

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Saeed Shoar is a prominent researcher in bariatric and metabolic surgery, with a focus on health economics, surgical outcomes, and patient safety. His work critically examines the financial and clinical dimensions of obesity treatment, particularly through large-scale database analyses. Shoar’s landmark study, "Cost of bariatric surgery and factors associated with increased cost: an analysis of national inpatient sample" (2017, 91 citations), is a seminal contribution that identifies key drivers of surgical expenses—such as patient comorbidities, hospital characteristics, and postoperative complications—using the National Inpatient Sample. This research has informed cost-containment strategies and resource allocation in bariatric programs, directly impacting clinical decision-making and healthcare policy. Beyond this, Shoar has published extensively on comparative effectiveness of surgical techniques and predictors of adverse events, with his work collectively cited over 1,000 times. His ability to translate complex administrative data into actionable insights has made him a trusted voice in evidence-based surgery. Shoar’s contributions are particularly valuable for trainees and clinicians seeking to optimize both patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency in the evolving landscape of metabolic surgery.