Sara Franchi

Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Careggi

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Sara Franchi is a health economist whose work focuses on the economic evaluation of surgical technologies, particularly robotic surgery. Her most-cited study, "Hospital Based Economic Assessment of Robotic Surgery" (2013), provides a foundational analysis of the cost-effectiveness and financial implications of adopting robotic systems in hospital settings. This work contributes to the growing field of health technology assessment, offering crucial insights for policymakers and hospital administrators navigating the high costs of advanced surgical tools. While her citation count is modest, Franchi’s research addresses a critical gap in understanding the real-world economic burdens and benefits of robotic surgery, influencing early discussions on resource allocation in minimally invasive care. Her contributions are particularly valuable for students and researchers interested in the intersection of health economics, surgical innovation, and hospital management, highlighting the importance of rigorous economic modeling in shaping clinical adoption decisions.