Stephen McKim

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Communities In Schools of Orange County

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Stephen McKim is a urologic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly robotic-assisted laparoscopy, for complex urologic procedures. His most cited work, including two 2010 papers on robotic-assisted laparoscopic intracorporeal urinary diversion, helped establish the feasibility and safety of performing urinary diversion entirely within the body during robotic cystectomy—a challenging technical achievement that reduces recovery times and surgical morbidity. These contributions, while modest in citation count (3 citations each), represent foundational steps in the evolution of robotic urologic oncology. McKim also investigated postoperative complications in prosthetic surgery, notably examining deep venous thrombosis risk following reservoir placement for erectile dysfunction and incontinence devices after prostatectomy. His collaborative work with leading researchers at the University of North Carolina underscores his role in a broader effort to refine robotic surgical protocols. Though his publication record is concise, McKim’s research addresses critical gaps in surgical technique and patient safety, offering valuable insights for urologists seeking to optimize outcomes in robotic-assisted procedures.