Glen W. Barrisford

Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard University

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Dr. Glen W. Barrisford is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical techniques. He is best known for his foundational work in robotic reconstructive urology, most notably his 2008 paper detailing the technique for robot-assisted laparoscopic ureteroureterostomy. This highly cited work (54 citations) provided a critical, step-by-step blueprint for performing complex ureteral reconstruction with robotic precision, helping to establish a new standard of care and enabling surgeons to offer less invasive options for patients with ureteral strictures. Beyond technique development, Dr. Barrisford is dedicated to improving patient safety in the operating room. His 2015 study on the SAF-R patient positioning device addressed a critical gap in robotic pelvic surgery by rigorously evaluating a novel device designed to secure patients safely in the steep Trendelenburg position. This work underscores his commitment to evidence-based innovation, ensuring that the tools used in advanced surgery are both effective and rigorously tested for safety.