William M. Worrilow
Levine Cancer Institute, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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About
Dr. William M. Worrilow is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on improving perioperative outcomes for patients undergoing major urologic oncology procedures. His primary research areas include enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols, prehabilitation (PreHab), and the prevention of postoperative complications in bladder and prostate cancer surgery. Dr. Worrilow contributed to a landmark 2020 study demonstrating that ERAS and PreHab pathways significantly improve key perioperative outcomes and reduce 30-day hospital costs for robot-assisted radical prostatectomy—a finding with direct implications for both patient recovery and healthcare economics. In a 2019 study, he and his team showed that ureteral stent urine cultures following radical cystectomy with ileal conduit diversion can predict UTI-related readmission rates, offering a practical tool to reduce preventable hospital returns. Although his most-cited works currently have modest citation counts (2–6), they address critical gaps in urologic oncology care. Dr. Worrilow’s research bridges surgical innovation and patient-centered recovery, making him a notable contributor to the evolving standard of care in urologic surgery.
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