Savannah Starr

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Dr. Savannah Starr is a leading surgical oncologist whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques in hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgery, particularly for elderly and high-risk populations. Her most cited work, a 2022 propensity score–matched analysis comparing robotic versus open pancreaticoduodenectomy in patients aged 75 and older, has garnered 8 citations and represents a pivotal contribution to geriatric surgical oncology. By analyzing a large cohort of 2,502 elderly patients, Dr. Starr demonstrated that the robotic approach can reduce morbidity without compromising oncologic outcomes in this vulnerable group—a finding that challenges traditional surgical paradigms. Her research directly addresses the critical need for evidence-based guidelines in an aging population, where complex procedures like the Whipple carry historically high complication rates. Dr. Starr’s work has been instrumental in expanding the application of robotic surgery, offering hope for safer recovery in patients who might otherwise be deemed too frail for aggressive resection. Through her rigorous methodology and patient-centered focus, she continues to shape best practices in HPB surgery, making her a respected voice in the movement toward precision, less invasive cancer care.