Chiquita A. Palha De Sousa
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Dr. Chiquita A. Palha De Sousa is a leading figure in urologic oncology, with a focused expertise in robotic prostatectomy and surgical education. Her most impactful work directly addresses a critical question in academic medicine: whether the involvement of surgical trainees compromises patient outcomes. Through a landmark study of 383 patients undergoing robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP), she demonstrated that a structured teaching program allows trainees to participate without negatively impacting key metrics such as operative time, estimated blood loss, or positive surgical margin rates. This research, published in 2008 and accumulating over 160 combined citations, provided powerful evidence that effective mentorship can preserve both educational value and patient safety during the institutional learning curve. By systematically evaluating the outcomes of an experienced laparoscopic surgeon alongside his trainees, Dr. Palha De Sousa helped validate the feasibility of robotic surgery training programs. Her work remains a cornerstone reference for institutions seeking to implement or refine robotic surgery curricula, reassuring both surgeons and patients that high-quality training does not come at the expense of clinical excellence.
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