Payton Kooiker

West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

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Payton Kooiker is a surgeon-scientist whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive foregut surgery, particularly through the comparative evaluation of robotic-assisted and laparoscopic techniques. Kooiker’s most cited work, a 2023 retrospective study, tackles a critical gap in the literature by examining adverse outcomes in robotic-assisted versus laparoscopic repair of large (type II, III, and IV) hiatal hernias. This study provides much-needed data on the safety and efficacy of robotic-assisted surgery in a complex surgical population, where evidence has been limited and conflicting. By systematically comparing these approaches, Kooiker’s research directly informs surgical decision-making and patient outcomes, contributing to the growing body of evidence supporting the expansion of robotic platforms in foregut surgery. While early in their career, with their top-cited paper garnering 5 citations, Kooiker’s work addresses a high-impact clinical question and establishes a foundation for future prospective studies. Their contributions are particularly valuable for surgeons and researchers seeking to optimize surgical techniques for challenging hiatal hernia repairs, positioning Kooiker as an emerging voice in the field of robotic foregut surgery.