Zachary A. Spigel

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Dr. Zachary A. Spigel is a surgical outcomes researcher whose work focuses on health disparities and the utilization of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) in older adult populations. His most cited study, "National disparities in use of minimally invasive surgery for rectal cancer in older adults" (2021, 14 citations), investigates the underutilization of MIS—a technique proven to improve recovery and safety—among elderly rectal cancer patients. By analyzing national data, Dr. Spigel identifies significant demographic and systemic barriers that prevent older adults from receiving optimal surgical care, highlighting critical inequities in access. This work underscores his broader commitment to improving surgical outcomes for the nation's largest and most vulnerable surgical population. His research serves as a vital call to action for surgeons and policymakers to address these disparities, ensuring that age and socioeconomic factors do not dictate the quality of cancer care.