Brenna Houlihan
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Brenna Houlihan is a surgical researcher whose work focuses on the intersection of healthcare delivery, surgical outcomes, and health equity, particularly in colorectal cancer care. Her most cited study, "Minimally Invasive Surgery for Colorectal Cancer: Hospital Type Drives Utilization and Outcomes" (2019, 23 citations), is a seminal contribution that reveals how hospital characteristics—rather than patient factors alone—significantly influence both the adoption of minimally invasive techniques and subsequent patient outcomes. This research underscores systemic disparities in surgical access and quality, highlighting that patients at certain hospital types may face unequal opportunities for advanced, less invasive procedures. By demonstrating that institutional factors can drive both utilization and survival, Houlihan’s work has informed policy discussions on surgical standardization and resource allocation. Her findings are particularly impactful for students and clinicians interested in surgical oncology, health services research, and the social determinants of surgical care. With a growing citation footprint, Houlihan is establishing herself as a critical voice in evidence-based efforts to make high-quality colorectal cancer surgery more equitable.
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