Waleed K. Alkhudair
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, Alfaisal University
Papers
5
Total Citations
36
H-Index
5
About
Waleed K. Alkhudair is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive robotic techniques for complex urological conditions. His major contributions lie in demonstrating the feasibility and safety of robotic approaches for rare anatomical anomalies and tumors, often avoiding more invasive traditional surgeries. Notably, he reported the first robotic uretero-ureterostomy for retrocaval ureter that preserves the retrocaval segment, a technique that simplifies the procedure while maintaining excellent outcomes. He has also applied robotic surgery to challenging cases such as pyelolithotomy in horseshoe kidneys and partial cystectomy for bladder lymphangioma, a very rare adult tumor. His publications, including those in high-impact urology journals, have garnered over 35 citations, reflecting their influence on surgical practice. Dr. Alkhudair’s work at King Faisal Specialist Hospital in Saudi Arabia has been instrumental in establishing robotic partial nephrectomy outcomes in the region, contributing to the global evidence base for robotic urologic surgery. His innovative case reports continue to guide surgeons tackling rare urologic pathologies.
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Top Papers
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- 2Robotic transmesocolonic Pyelolithotomy of horseshoe kidney8 citations · 2015
- 3Robotic partial cystectomy for lymphangioma of the urinary bladder7 citations · 2013
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- 5Operative outcomes of robotic partial nephrectomy5 citations · 2019