Suzanne B. Merrill
Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Pennsylvania State University
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About
Suzanne B. Merrill is a urologic surgeon and researcher focused on surgical education, robotic surgery integration, and the evolving landscape of urology residency training. Her work critically examines how technological advances, particularly the rapid adoption of robotic platforms, are reshaping surgical training and competency assessment. In her highly cited 2019 study (18 citations), Merrill assessed the balance between open and robotic surgical experience among graduating urology residents, revealing significant disparities in operative exposure and raising concerns about whether current training thresholds adequately prepare residents for diverse surgical techniques. Her 2021 paper (12 citations) further explores the unchecked technological revolution of robotics in residency programs, highlighting the urgent need for structured curricula and monitoring to ensure balanced skill development. Merrill’s research has been instrumental in prompting discussions about surgical technique monitoring, competency-based training, and the unintended consequences of technology-driven shifts in surgical education. Her work serves as a critical resource for educators, program directors, and trainees navigating the complexities of modern urology training.
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