Stephanie King

Papers

Total Citations

155

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About

Dr. Stephanie King is a pioneering surgeon whose work has reshaped the landscape of minimally invasive surgery, with a particular focus on advancing single-port and natural orifice techniques. Her landmark 2009 paper, "Single Port Access (SPA™) Cholecystectomy: A Completely Transumbilical Approach," has garnered over 155 citations, establishing her as a key innovator in the field. Dr. King’s major contributions center on developing surgical approaches that minimize scarring and recovery time, most notably through the refinement of transumbilical access for gallbladder removal. Her research has helped bridge the gap between traditional laparoscopy and emerging robotic and endoscopic technologies, demonstrating that improved cosmesis need not compromise patient safety or surgical outcomes. By systematically evaluating the evolution of minimally invasive surgery from its early 20th-century roots to the present day, Dr. King has provided the surgical community with both a historical perspective and a roadmap for future innovation. Her work continues to influence how surgeons approach abdominal procedures, making her a respected voice in the ongoing quest for less invasive, more patient-friendly surgical options.