Zein Nakhoda

University of Southern California

Papers

1

Total Citations

30

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About

Zein Nakhoda is a researcher whose work bridges the critical gap between surgical training and advanced technology, with a primary focus on robotic surgery and structured learning methodologies. In his most-cited pilot study, "Structured learning for robotic surgery utilizing a proficiency score," Nakhoda introduced a novel framework that quantifies surgical skill acquisition through proficiency scoring, enabling more objective and efficient training for robotic procedures. This foundational contribution has garnered over 30 citations, reflecting its influence on the development of standardized assessment tools in minimally invasive surgery. By emphasizing structured, data-driven feedback over traditional apprenticeship models, Nakhoda’s work helps accelerate the learning curve for surgeons, improving patient safety and operational consistency. His research is particularly notable for integrating educational theory with surgical robotics, offering a scalable approach to training that can be adapted across institutions. For students and researchers in surgical education and medical robotics, Nakhoda’s contributions highlight the importance of measurable, evidence-based training protocols in an era of increasingly complex surgical technologies.

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Papers
30
Total Citations
30
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Structured learning for robotic surgery utilizing a proficiency score: a pilot study
30 citations · 2016
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2016 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 8
🏛 Institutions: University of Southern California

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