My research program is rooted in clinically grounded, outcomes-driven investigation aimed at improving care for patients with pelvic floor disorders. Across projects, I focus on questions that arise directly from clinical practice, studying how surgical technique, perioperative care, and health system design influence recovery, quality of life, safety, and long-term durability. A consistent goal of this work is to generate evidence that can be readily translated into patient counseling, surgical decision-making, and improvements in care delivery.
My work is intentionally collaborative and mentorship-driven. I partner closely with fellows, residents, and multidisciplinary colleagues across institutions to develop research that is methodologically rigorous, clinically relevant, and feasible within real-world practice settings. Trainee mentorship is a central component of this model, with many projects designed to support fellows and residents in developing skills in study design, regulatory navigation, data analysis, academic writing, and national presentation. Through this approach, research serves both to advance the field and to train the next generation of clinician-scientists and academic leaders.
I am particularly committed to the responsible evaluation and adoption of innovation in pelvic floor care. Innovation plays an important role in advancing the field, but it must be introduced thoughtfully and ethically. My research emphasizes careful study design, transparency in reporting, and critical evaluation of new techniques and technologies before widespread adoption. Across all projects, I prioritize scientific rigor, equity in care delivery, and relevance to real-world patient experience, with the goal of ensuring that innovation meaningfully improves outcomes rather than simply introducing change.