Uri Alkan
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Uri Alkan is a surgeon-researcher whose work centers on the intersection of surgical innovation and patient safety, with a particular focus on neurophysiological complications in minimally invasive procedures. His most cited study, "The cause of brachial plexopathy in robot-assisted transaxillary thyroidectomy—A neurophysiological investigation," addresses a critical safety concern in robotic thyroid surgery. By systematically investigating the prolonged overhead arm positioning required during this technique, Alkan identified the specific mechanisms leading to brachial plexus injury, offering evidence-based recommendations to prevent postoperative neuropathy. This work, cited 8 times, has direct implications for improving surgical protocols and reducing patient morbidity. Alkan’s contributions exemplify how clinical neurophysiology can be applied to refine robotic surgical approaches, ensuring that technological advances do not come at the cost of patient well-being. His research is particularly valuable for surgeons and trainees in endocrine and robotic surgery, highlighting the importance of ergonomic considerations in the operating room.
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