John R.T. Monson
AdventHealth Orlando, Castle Hill Hospital, Florida Hospital Medical Group
Papers
9
Total Citations
194
H-Index
6
About
John R.T. Monson is a pioneering colorectal surgeon whose research has fundamentally shaped the modern surgical management of rectal cancer and pelvic floor disorders. His primary focus lies in advancing minimally invasive techniques, particularly transanal total mesorectal excision (TA-TME) and robotic surgery, to improve oncologic outcomes and patient recovery. His landmark 2018 multicenter matched comparison of TA-TME versus robotic TME for mid and low-rectal adenocarcinoma (93 citations) demonstrated that both approaches achieve comparable resection quality, providing crucial evidence for surgical decision-making. Monson has also investigated how minimally invasive approaches for stage III colon cancer reduce delays to adjuvant chemotherapy and improve survival (28 citations), directly impacting clinical protocols. Beyond oncology, he has advanced the field of pelvic reconstructive surgery, notably through combined robotic ventral mesh rectopexy and sacrocolpopexy for multicompartmental prolapse (16 citations). His work extends to surgical simulation, value-based care, and international practice patterns, with over 190 total citations across his most cited works. As a thought leader, Monson continues to drive innovation at the intersection of technology, surgical quality, and patient-centered outcomes.
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- 2The impact of new technology on surgery for colorectal cancer30 citations · 2001
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- 7Improving Value in Surgery3 citations · 2022
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- 9Total Mesorectal Excision2 citations · 2017