Dr. Robert Becher

Biography

Robert Becher, MD, is an associate professor of surgery at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in general surgery, trauma, and surgical critical care. He diagnoses and treats conditions that require urgent surgical intervention, including traumatic injuries and critical illnesses. His expertise includes minimally invasive surgery and colorectal surgery. Dr. Becher's research focuses on improving surgical outcomes for older adults, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. He investigates factors that contribute to outcomes following major surgery in these populations, aiming to enhance recovery and reduce complications. His medical training began at the Brown-Dartmouth Medical Program, followed by a residency in general surgery at Wake Forest University Medical Center and fellowships in acute care surgery and surgical critical care at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

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