Sejal Dharia Patel

AdventHealth Celebration, Colorado Center for Reproductive Medicine, Radboud University Nijmegen

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Total Citations

196

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About

Sejal Dharia Patel is a distinguished gynecologic surgeon and researcher whose work has significantly shaped the adoption and understanding of robotic-assisted surgery in women's reproductive health. Her research spans minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, reproductive endocrinology, and surgical economics, making her a multifaceted contributor to the field. Patel's landmark 2009 paper, "Robotic Surgery in Gynecology," has garnered 122 citations and remains a foundational reference for understanding the integration of the da Vinci robotic system into gynecologic practice following its FDA clearance in 2005. Her early 2008 work exploring robotic applications in reproductive endocrinology and infertility helped establish the clinical rationale for this emerging technology. Her 2012 study on reproductive outcomes following robotic-assisted laparoscopic myomectomy provided crucial evidence for surgeons advising patients with uterine fibroids who wish to preserve fertility. More recently, Patel has broadened her scope to address the economic dimensions of robotic surgery, contributing to a 2021 interactive value-assessment tool that helps institutions evaluate cost-effectiveness. Across her career, her research has bridged clinical innovation with practical implementation, helping surgeons and healthcare systems navigate the evolving landscape of minimally invasive gynecologic care.