Anna Franca Cavaliere

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Anna Franca Cavaliere is a leading voice in surgical ergonomics and medical education, with a research focus that bridges the critical gap between surgeon well-being and patient safety. Her work systematically investigates the high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among surgeons—a problem affecting 47% to 87% of practitioners—by analyzing the physical toll of long-standing hours, poor posture, and repetitive movements in the operating room. Her most-cited paper, a 2024 survey on the Italian surgical scenario (11 citations), provides foundational data on injury patterns and highlights the urgent need for ergonomic interventions and redesigned training protocols. Beyond this, Cavaliere advocates for integrating ergonomics into surgical curricula, aiming to reduce occupational injuries and improve procedural precision. Her research is notable for its practical impact, offering evidence-based recommendations that could transform surgical environments and protect the next generation of surgeons. With a growing citation footprint, Cavaliere’s work is essential reading for those interested in occupational health, surgical education, and the human factors that shape clinical excellence.