Teresa Tam

Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Papers

2

Total Citations

8

H-Index

2

About

Dr. Teresa Tam is a pioneering gynecologic surgeon whose work has advanced the frontier of minimally invasive procedures, particularly in the realm of robotic-assisted surgery. Her research focuses on refining complex surgical techniques to improve patient outcomes and expand access to fertility-preserving options. Dr. Tam’s most cited work, a 2013 case series on robotic-assisted laparoscopic trachelectomy, details a critical technique for treating early-stage cervical cancer while preserving a patient’s ability to conceive, offering a vital alternative to radical hysterectomy. Complementing this, her randomized controlled trial comparing conventional laparoscopic hysterectomy to robot-assisted approaches provides essential evidence on the efficacy and learning curve of robotic systems in a teaching hospital setting. Though her published citation counts are modest, the clinical significance of her contributions is substantial, directly influencing surgical protocols and training curricula. Dr. Tam’s dedication to merging technological innovation with compassionate care marks her as a key figure in the evolution of gynecologic oncology and surgical education.

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Key Achievements

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Papers
8
Total Citations
4
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic-assisted laparoscopic trachelectomy: a case series and review of surgical technique
5 citations · 2013
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2013 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 4
🏛 Institutions: Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

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