Francis R. Dauterive

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Baton Rouge Clinic

Papers

Total Citations

340

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About

Francis R. Dauterive is a pioneering gynecologic surgeon whose research has significantly advanced the understanding and adoption of minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly robotic-assisted and laparoscopic hysterectomy in community practice settings. His work sits at the intersection of surgical innovation and real-world clinical application, focusing on how cutting-edge technologies perform outside of academic medical centers. Dauterive's most influential contribution, "A Comparison of Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy to Robotically Assisted Hysterectomy: Surgical Outcomes in a Community Practice" (2008), has garnered an impressive 269 citations, establishing him as a key voice in the debate over optimal minimally invasive approaches to hysterectomy. His subsequent multicenter study examining robotic hysterectomy in patients with large uteri and complex pathology further expanded the evidence base for robotic surgery in challenging cases, demonstrating its feasibility and safety across diverse community hospital environments. His 2010 work documenting outcomes beyond the robotic learning curve reflects a commitment to understanding how surgical proficiency evolves over time. Together, his publications provide invaluable guidance to practicing gynecologists navigating the adoption of robotic platforms, making Dauterive an important contributor to modern gynecologic surgical practice.