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Dr. Mary F. Ackenbom is a leading researcher in urogynecology and geriatric pelvic floor disorders, with a focused expertise on optimizing surgical outcomes for older women. Her work critically examines the intersection of aging, frailty, and pelvic organ prolapse (POP) surgery, aiming to improve postoperative recovery and reduce complications. Dr. Ackenbom’s major contributions include pioneering research on postoperative opioid utilization, where her 2020 study (14 citations) provided crucial data on pain management needs in women over 60, directly informing safer prescribing practices. She has also advanced the understanding of acute postoperative urinary retention (POUR) by linking it to frailty in her 2023 work (8 citations), a key step toward personalized perioperative care. Her 2025 study (2 citations) on sacrocolpopexy in women aged 70+ demonstrated that complication rates remain low, challenging assumptions about age-related surgical risk. Through these impactful studies, Dr. Ackenbom is shaping evidence-based protocols that enhance safety and quality of life for the growing population of older women undergoing pelvic reconstructive surgery.
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