Theresa Gillespie
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Theresa Gillespie is a leading health services researcher whose work focuses on improving surgical outcomes and addressing disparities in cancer care. Her most impactful contribution is the landmark multi-institutional study comparing robotic and open pancreaticoduodenectomy (284 citations), which provided critical evidence on perioperative outcomes across eight centers. This work has helped shape surgical decision-making for one of the most complex abdominal procedures. Gillespie also investigates how race, insurance coverage, and access to advanced technology affect treatment patterns for high-risk prostate cancer patients. Her research consistently highlights systemic barriers to equitable care, demonstrating that socioeconomic factors and technological access significantly influence treatment trajectories. Through her comparative effectiveness studies and disparities-focused analyses, Gillespie has advanced the understanding of how healthcare delivery systems can be optimized to improve outcomes for all patients, particularly those from underserved populations. Her work bridges clinical surgery and health policy, making her a vital voice in the push for more equitable, evidence-based cancer care.
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