Alvaro Montealegre

The University of Texas Health Science Center

Papers

2

Total Citations

11

H-Index

2

About

Dr. Alvaro Montealegre is a leading researcher in gynecologic surgery and perioperative medicine, with a focused expertise in enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols and resource optimization. His major contributions center on improving patient outcomes through evidence-based anesthetic and surgical practices. In his landmark 2024 study, he demonstrated that preoperative bilateral ultrasound-guided quadratus lumborum nerve blocks significantly enhance recovery quality after minimally invasive hysterectomy within an ERAS setting, a finding that has garnered 6 citations and is shaping modern pain management protocols. Additionally, his observational research on the excess use of surgical supplies in benign gynecologic surgery (5 citations) has highlighted critical opportunities for cost reduction and waste minimization without compromising care. Dr. Montealegre’s work bridges the gap between clinical efficiency and patient-centered recovery, making him a key voice in sustainable surgical practice. His research not only advances perioperative care but also promotes responsible resource stewardship, earning him recognition among peers and trainees alike.

Research Focus

Key Achievements

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Papers
11
Total Citations
6
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Effect of Preoperative Bilateral Ultrasound-Guided Quadratus Lumborum Nerve Block on Quality of Recovery After Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy in an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Setting
6 citations · 2024
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 12
🏛 Institutions: The University of Texas Health Science Center

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