Elise DeForest
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Elise DeForest is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of surgical education and human factors engineering, with a primary focus on optimizing team performance in high-technology operating environments. Her most notable contribution is the development of the "Robotic-Assisted Surgery Olympics," a novel, gamified training framework introduced in her highly cited 2022 paper. This innovative approach transforms traditional surgical training by integrating "serious games" to simultaneously enhance both technical proficiency and nontechnical skills—such as communication, leadership, and situational awareness—among surgical teams. By addressing persistent barriers to effective team training in healthcare, DeForest’s work has garnered 13 citations in just two years, signaling its rapid influence on the field. Her research uniquely bridges the gap between simulation-based education and real-world clinical demands, offering scalable solutions to improve patient safety and operational efficiency. DeForest’s achievements underscore her role as a thought leader in reimagining how surgical teams prepare for the complexities of robotic-assisted procedures, making her a vital voice in the future of medical training and human factors research.
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