Systematic review of robotic surgery in gynecology: robotic techniques compared with laparoscopy and laparotomy

RB Gala, R Margulies, A Steinberg, M Murphy… - Journal of minimally …, 2014 - Elsevier
The Society of Gynecologic Surgeons Systematic Review Group performed a systematic
review of both randomized and observational studies to compare robotic vs nonrobotic surgical …

Implementation, construct validity, and benefit of a proficiency-based knot-tying and suturing curriculum

MT Goova, LA Hollett, ST Tesfay, RB Gala… - Journal of Surgical …, 2008 - Elsevier
OBJECTIVES: The aim of this proficiency-based, open knot-tying and suturing study was to
evaluate the feasibility of implementing this curriculum within a residency program, and to …

Sexual activity and function in women with and without pelvic floor disorders

…, KE Rooney, S Balgobin, OA Ibeanu, RB Gala… - International …, 2013 - Springer
Introduction and hypothesis We describe differences in sexual activity and function in women
with and without pelvic floor disorders (PFDs). Methods Heterosexual women ≥40 years of …

Does vaginal size impact sexual activity and function?

…, KE Rooney, S Balgobin, OA Ibeanu, RB Gala… - International …, 2010 - Springer
Introduction and hypothesis This study seeks to determine if total vaginal length (TVL) or
genital hiatus (GH) impact sexual activity and function. Methods Heterosexual women ≥ 40 …

Prescription opioid use for acute pain and persistent opioid use after gynecologic surgery: a systematic review

…, PC Jeppson, JC Thompson, RB Gala… - Obstetrics & …, 2023 - journals.lww.com
OBJECTIVE: To assess the amount of opioid medication used by patients and the prevalence
of persistent opioid use after discharge for gynecologic surgery for benign indications. …

Gynecologic surgical skill acquisition through simulation with outcomes at the time of surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

…, CK Olivera, TV Sanses, J Thompson, RB Gala… - American journal of …, 2022 - Elsevier
Objective To evaluate the effect of simulation training vs traditional hands-on surgical instruction
on learner operative skills and patient outcomes in gynecologic surgeries. Data Sources …

The impact of a documentation and coding curriculum in an obstetrics and gynecology continuity clinic

RB Gala, S Chiang - Ochsner Journal, 2012 - ochsnerjournal.org
Background The goal of this study was to determine how increasing levels of residency
training as well as a documentation and coding curriculum affected coding accuracy in the …

Construct and face validity of the American College of Surgeons/Association of Program Directors in Surgery laparoscopic troubleshooting team training exercise

NA Arain, DC Hogg, RB Gala, R Bhoja… - The American journal of …, 2012 - Elsevier
BACKGROUND: Our aim was to develop an objective scoring system and evaluate construct
and face validity for a laparoscopic troubleshooting team training exercise. METHODS: …

Developing a practical and sustainable faculty development program with a focus on teaching quality improvement and patient safety: An Alliance for Independent …

C Rodrigue, L Seoane, RB Gala, J Piazza… - Ochsner …, 2012 - ochsnerjournal.org
Background Teaching the next generation of physicians requires more than traditional teaching
models. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education's Next Accreditation …

Implementation of a faculty development curriculum emphasizing quality improvement and patient safety: results of a qualitative study

C Rodrigue, L Seoane, RB Gala, J Piazza… - Ochsner …, 2013 - ochsnerjournal.org
Background We developed a faculty development curriculum emphasizing quality
improvement and patient safety. Our project focused on developing a learning environment that …