Shigeru Harada

Hokkaido University

Papers

2

Total Citations

13

H-Index

2

About

Shigeru Harada is a urological surgeon and researcher whose work centers on surgical education, workload assessment, and the human factors shaping modern surgical practice. His research addresses a critical gap in understanding the mental and physical demands placed on surgeons as they adapt to rapidly evolving technologies like laparoscopy and robotics. In his highly cited 2024 prospective study, Harada systematically quantified surgeons’ workloads in real-world settings, revealing the often-overlooked costs of maintaining proficiency amidst technological change—work that has already garnered 8 citations for its practical implications. Complementing this, his needs assessment survey of urology trainees in Japan identified a significant perception gap between junior surgeons’ self-assessed competencies and the expectations of their instructors, highlighting systemic challenges in postgraduate surgical training. With 5 citations, this work underscores Harada’s commitment to evidence-based curriculum design. By bridging the divide between subjective experience and objective demands, Harada’s research offers actionable insights for improving surgeon well-being and training efficacy, making him a key voice in the future of surgical education.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
13
Total Citations
7
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
A prospective study of surgeons’ workloads and associated factors in real-world practice
8 citations · 2024
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 18
🏛 Institutions: Hokkaido University

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