Sarah Evans

Carolinas Medical Center, Carilion Clinic

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Dr. Sarah Evans is a leading voice in gynecologic surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive pelvic reconstructive procedures and enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols. Her work is redefining postoperative care, particularly for women undergoing sacrocolpopexy. In her highly cited 2021 study, Dr. Evans demonstrated that implementing an ERAS protocol significantly increases the rate of safe, same-day discharge after robot-assisted or laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy, challenging traditional inpatient recovery models. Her 2022 investigation into postoperative active voiding trials further refines recovery standards, comparing outcomes before and after ERAS implementation to optimize patient experience after pelvic reconstructive surgery. With a growing citation impact that underscores the clinical urgency of her research, Dr. Evans is a key contributor to making major surgeries more efficient and patient-centered. Her work not only advances surgical technique but also provides a practical, evidence-based roadmap for reducing hospital stays and improving recovery—a critical achievement for both patients and healthcare systems.