Vishal Dobaria

University of California, Los Angeles

Papers

2

Total Citations

96

H-Index

2

About

Vishal Dobaria is a surgical outcomes researcher whose work focuses on the comparative effectiveness of robotic-assisted, laparoscopic, and open surgical procedures. His major contributions lie in evaluating national trends, perioperative outcomes, and resource utilization for complex gastrointestinal surgeries. His most-cited study, "National trends and outcomes of inpatient robotic-assisted versus laparoscopic cholecystectomy" (2020, 80 citations), provides critical insights into the safety and adoption patterns of robotic techniques for a common procedure. In another influential work, he examined readmission rates and resource use after robotic-assisted versus open pancreaticoduodenectomy (2020, 16 citations), highlighting the real-world implications of minimally invasive approaches for high-risk operations. Through these analyses, Dobaria has helped surgeons and policymakers understand the trade-offs between innovation and cost-effectiveness in modern surgery. His research is particularly valuable for trainees and practitioners navigating the evolving landscape of surgical technology, offering evidence-based guidance on when robotic assistance may improve patient outcomes versus when traditional approaches remain superior.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
96
Total Citations
48
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
National trends and outcomes of inpatient robotic-assisted versus laparoscopic cholecystectomy
80 citations · 2020
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2020 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 11
🏛 Institutions: University of California, Los Angeles

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