Winifred Lo

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Papers

2

Total Citations

41

H-Index

2

About

Dr. Winifred Lo is a pioneering hepatobiliary surgeon whose research is reshaping the surgical management of liver malignancies, particularly hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and colorectal cancer liver metastases (CRLM). Her work focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical (MIS) techniques—including laparoscopic and robotic liver resections—to improve patient outcomes. In her highly cited 2022 review, Dr. Lo systematically evaluated the benefits of laparoscopic and robotic approaches versus open surgery, demonstrating that MIS techniques reduce recovery times and complications without compromising oncologic efficacy. Her 2023 study further refined patient selection criteria for these procedures, addressing critical challenges such as organ shortages that limit liver transplantation options for HCC patients. With over 40 combined citations in just two years, Dr. Lo’s research is rapidly influencing clinical guidelines and surgical decision-making. Her contributions are particularly notable for bridging the gap between innovation and practical application, offering evidence-based pathways for surgeons to adopt less invasive methods while maintaining rigorous cancer control. Dr. Lo’s work stands at the forefront of a paradigm shift toward safer, more accessible liver surgery.

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H-Index
2
Papers
41
Total Citations
21
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Recent Advances in Minimally Invasive Liver Resection for Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastases—A Review
28 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 3
🏛 Institutions: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

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