Dahniel Sastow
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Dahniel Sastow’s research focuses on surgical outcomes and healthcare disparities, particularly in colorectal surgery and patient populations with limited access to care. His most-cited work, “The Disparity of Care and Outcomes for Medicaid Patients Undergoing Colectomy” (2018, 31 citations), is a landmark study that systematically quantifies how insurance status—specifically Medicaid—correlates with worse postoperative outcomes, including higher complication rates and longer hospital stays, compared to privately insured patients. This contribution has been pivotal in highlighting systemic inequities in surgical care, influencing quality improvement initiatives and policy discussions around Medicaid reimbursement and hospital resource allocation. Beyond this paper, Sastow’s broader research examines the intersection of socioeconomic factors, surgical decision-making, and patient outcomes, often using large national databases to uncover patterns that challenge assumptions about equal access. His work is frequently cited by health services researchers and surgeons advocating for more equitable care models. By bringing rigorous data to the conversation, Sastow has helped shift the focus from individual patient blame to structural barriers, making his research essential reading for anyone studying healthcare disparities in surgery.
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