Samuel Stefan
Papers
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Total Citations
142
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About
Samuel Stefan is a pioneering colorectal surgeon whose research centers on advancing robotic surgery for colorectal cancer, with a particular focus on complex and high-risk patient populations. His major contributions include demonstrating the safety and feasibility of robotic complete mesocolic excision (CME) for right colon cancers, a technically demanding procedure traditionally performed open, and showing its efficacy even in obese patients through innovative use of robotic ultrasound. Stefan has also been at the forefront of applying data analytics and artificial intelligence to predict surgical outcomes, analyzing over 4,300 patients to forecast length of stay, readmission, and mortality. His work on robotic surgery in octogenarians and during the COVID-19 pandemic has expanded the boundaries of minimally invasive care, while his long-term outcomes study comparing robotic versus laparoscopic total mesorectal excision provides critical evidence on 5-year survival. With his most-cited papers accumulating over 125 citations, Stefan is recognized for developing the "KEANS" technique to avoid diverting stomas and for championing ergonomic safety in robotic procedures. His research consistently addresses the intersection of technological innovation, patient safety, and improved oncological outcomes.
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