Papers
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Total Citations
964
H-Index
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About
Susie Lau is a leading gynecologic oncologist whose research has fundamentally shaped the integration of robotic surgery into the treatment of endometrial and other gynecologic cancers. Her work centers on evaluating surgical outcomes, patient quality of life, and the cost-effectiveness of robotic approaches compared to traditional laparoscopic and open surgery. Lau’s landmark 2012 study on outcomes and cost comparisons after introducing a robotics program for endometrial cancer (136 citations) provided crucial evidence for the feasibility and economic impact of this technology. She has also pioneered research on sentinel lymph node detection accuracy (82 citations) and the benefits of robotics for elderly patients (76 citations), demonstrating improved recovery and reduced complications. Her prospective cohort study on quality of life and sexual health (66 citations) is notable for its patient-centered focus, showing that robotic surgery offers superior short-term recovery without compromising long-term well-being. Additionally, Lau developed a virtual reality simulation curriculum for robotic suturing (52 citations), advancing surgical training. With over 600 total citations across her top papers, her work has directly influenced clinical guidelines and expanded access to minimally invasive surgery for vulnerable populations, including the elderly and those with high BMI.
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- 8Vaginal Vault Dehiscence After Robotic Hysterectomy for Gynecologic Cancers48 citations · 2013
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