Sameer Shakir

University of Pennsylvania

Papers

2

Total Citations

37

H-Index

2

About

Sameer Shakir is a pioneering plastic surgeon whose work is redefining the landscape of autologous breast reconstruction through minimally invasive techniques. His research centers on advancing the deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap procedure, a gold standard for breast reconstruction, by reducing donor-site morbidity while maintaining aesthetic excellence. Shakir’s major contributions include the development and validation of laparoscopic and robotic-assisted harvest methods for the DIEP flap, which allow for shorter fascial incisions and faster recovery compared to traditional endoscopic approaches. His landmark study, “Laparoscopy allows the harvest of the DIEP flap with shorter fascial incisions as compared to endoscopic harvest,” has garnered 28 citations, underscoring its clinical impact. Further, his work on “Minimally invasive robotic-assisted harvest of the deep inferior epigastric perforator flap” (9 citations) showcases his role in integrating cutting-edge technology into reconstructive surgery. By merging surgical precision with patient-centered outcomes, Shakir is setting new standards for microsurgical innovation, making complex procedures safer and more accessible. His contributions are not only advancing the field but also inspiring a new generation of surgeons to embrace minimally invasive paradigms.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
37
Total Citations
19
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Laparoscopy allows the harvest of the DIEP flap with shorter fascial incisions as compared to endoscopic harvest: A single surgeon retrospective cohort study
28 citations · 2020
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2020 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 6
🏛 Institutions: University of Pennsylvania

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