Valerie Shostrom
University of Nebraska Medical Center, Nebraska Medical Center
Papers
2
Total Citations
99
H-Index
2
About
Valerie Shostrom is a leading researcher in surgical outcomes and comparative effectiveness, with a focus on minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures. Her work critically evaluates the real-world benefits and costs of robotic surgery against traditional laparoscopic and open techniques, providing evidence-based insights that guide clinical decision-making. Shostrom’s landmark study, “How does robotic anti-reflux surgery compare with traditional open and laparoscopic techniques: a cost and outcomes analysis” (53 citations), demonstrated that robotic approaches offer no significant clinical advantage over laparoscopy while incurring higher costs, challenging assumptions about technological superiority. Similarly, her national database review, “Robotic ventral hernia repair is not superior to laparoscopic” (46 citations), reinforced that robotic methods do not improve outcomes for ventral hernia repair, advocating for judicious resource allocation. By leveraging large-scale data to debunk hype, Shostrom has shaped surgical practice and health policy, earning recognition for her rigorous, patient-centered analyses. Her contributions are essential for students and researchers navigating the evolving landscape of surgical innovation, emphasizing the need for evidence over novelty.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2