Martin R. Weiser
Papers
19
Total Citations
714
H-Index
11
About
Martin R. Weiser is a prominent surgical oncologist whose work centers on colorectal cancer surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and the advancement of robotic surgical platforms. Based primarily at a leading cancer institution, Weiser has made substantial contributions to the evolution of colon and rectal surgery, particularly in establishing evidence-based frameworks for robotic and laparoscopic approaches to colorectal cancer resection. His most cited work, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons Clinical Practice Guidelines for Colon Cancer Management (2021, 367 citations), reflects his leadership in shaping national standards of surgical care. Weiser has been instrumental in defining the learning curve for robotic colorectal programs and comparing oncological outcomes across open, laparoscopic, and robotic resection techniques — research that directly informs how surgeons and institutions adopt new technologies. His investigations into incisional hernia rates, total abdominal colectomy using the Xi robotic platform, and robotic mesorectal excision for rectal cancer demonstrate a consistent commitment to improving both surgical precision and patient outcomes. Additionally, his work on ovarian transposition in women undergoing pelvic radiotherapy highlights a thoughtful approach to preserving quality of life. Collectively, Weiser's research has helped legitimize and refine robotic colorectal surgery as a viable, oncologically sound discipline.
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Top Papers
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- 3ROBDEKON: Robotic Systems for Decontamination in Hazardous Environments45 citations · 2019
- 4Incisional hernias after laparoscopic and robotic right colectomy41 citations · 2016
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- 7Robotic gastrointestinal surgery23 citations · 2018
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- 9Robotic Colorectal Surgery18 citations · 2013
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