Traci L. Hedrick
University of Virginia, University of Virginia Health System
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About
Traci L. Hedrick is a leading colorectal surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on optimizing perioperative care and advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques. She is best known for her contributions to enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols, demonstrating how combining minimally invasive approaches with structured recovery programs can significantly improve short-term outcomes after rectal resection for neoplasm. Her research has also been instrumental in understanding the factors that influence the use of oral antibiotic agents and mechanical bowel preparation before elective colectomy, highlighting critical gaps in preoperative standardization that affect patient outcomes. With her most cited work accumulating over 8 citations, Hedrick has helped shape evidence-based practices in colorectal surgery. Notably, she has pioneered innovative reconstructive techniques, such as combined gluteal and pudendal thigh flap reconstruction for vaginal defects following robotic abdominoperineal resection, offering new solutions for complex pelvic surgeries. Her work bridges surgical innovation with practical, patient-centered care, making her a respected voice in the field.
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