Krista Larson
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Krista Larson is a pioneering researcher in surgical education and urology, best known for her innovative work in competency-based assessment and the integration of technology into surgical training. Her most impactful contribution, the "Crowd-Sourced Assessment of Surgical Skills of Urology Resident Applicants: Four-Year Experience" (2021), has garnered 5 citations and represents a paradigm shift in how surgical aptitude is evaluated. By demonstrating that crowd-sourced, non-expert raters can reliably assess technical skills from video recordings, Larson has opened the door to scalable, objective, and less biased evaluation methods for residency applicants. This work directly addresses longstanding challenges in surgical selection, such as subjectivity and resource constraints, and has implications for reducing disparities in the match process. Beyond this landmark study, Larson’s research portfolio explores the intersection of simulation, feedback mechanisms, and educational outcomes in urology. Her contributions are shaping a more equitable and data-driven future for surgical training, making her a vital voice in the movement to modernize medical education through rigorous, evidence-based innovation.
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