Papers
17
Total Citations
195
H-Index
9
About
Dr. Sammy Elsamra is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose work has fundamentally advanced the field of minimally invasive and robotic surgery. His research focuses on optimizing surgical techniques for complex urologic conditions, including ureteral reconstruction, kidney cancer, bladder cancer, and penile cancer. Dr. Elsamra’s landmark study comparing over 100 minimally invasive ureteroneocystostomies (44 citations) established critical benchmarks for laparoscopic and robotic approaches to ureteral repair. He has also made significant contributions to partial nephrectomy, demonstrating the comparative effectiveness and cost-efficiency of robotic versus hand-assisted laparoscopic techniques (18 citations). A leader in robotic inguinal lymphadenectomy for penile cancer (17 citations), he has helped define the indications and technical nuances of this advanced procedure. His work on robotic cystectomy versus open surgery (15 citations) has informed the ongoing shift toward minimally invasive management of bladder cancer. Notably, Dr. Elsamra is at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence into urologic imaging, as evidenced by his recent 2024 publication on AI’s transformative role in precision surgery (12 citations). With over 160 publications and numerous book chapters, his comprehensive reviews on trocar placement and surgical instrumentation remain essential resources for trainees. Dr. Elsamra’s career exemplifies the synergy of technical innovation, rigorous outcomes research, and a commitment to advancing patient care through minimally invasive urology.
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- 3Robotic inguinal lymphadenectomy for penile cancer: the why, how, and what17 citations · 2017
- 4Open versus robotic cystectomy: Comparison of outcomes15 citations · 2016
- 5Trocars: Site Selection, Instrumentation, and Overcoming Complications14 citations · 2016
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