Maria Luisa Machado Assis

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Maria Luisa Machado Assis is a pioneering spine surgeon and researcher whose work is reshaping approaches to spinal surgery safety and patient outcomes. Her primary research focuses on minimizing perioperative complications through innovative anesthetic techniques, particularly the use of awake spinal surgery under neuraxial anesthesia. Her landmark 2024 study, “The Benefits of Awake Spinal Surgery on Minimizing Positioning-related Complications,” systematically demonstrates how avoiding general anesthesia can significantly reduce positioning-related injuries, a critical yet often overlooked source of morbidity in spinal procedures. This work, already garnering 4 citations shortly after publication, positions her as a leading voice in patient-centered surgical innovation. By challenging traditional paradigms, Dr. Assis’s research offers a compelling evidence base for safer, more efficient surgical workflows, directly benefiting patients undergoing complex spinal interventions. Her contributions are particularly vital for elderly or high-risk populations, where avoiding general anesthesia can dramatically lower complication rates. As her citation impact grows, Dr. Assis is establishing herself as a transformative figure in spine surgery, bridging the gap between anesthesiology and surgical technique to advance both clinical practice and patient safety.