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Thomas Weiser is a Clinical Professor in General Surgery at Stanford University, specializing in trauma, acute care surgery, and surgical critical care. He has extensive experience as a surgeon and surgical intensivist, treating critically ill surgical patients and managing acute surgical emergencies, as well as conducting research on healthcare delivery in resource-poor settings. His primary research interests involve the implications of surgical care in low- and middle-income countries, focusing on enhancing access to quality surgical care and conducting outcomes research in this realm. Weiser has also worked with Lifebox, an organization that aims to improve surgical safety globally, where he was involved in significant projects including the introduction of low-cost safety devices to hospitals in under-resourced areas. He has contributed to large international studies, including those coordinated by the World Health Organization, to promote surgical safety standards and techniques. Weiser’s operational focus lies in enhancing the quality and safety of surgical practices and improving team communications in surgical settings. He holds various administrative and academic appointments, reflecting his commitment to medical education and professional development in surgery. He is also active in numerous professional societies and has received several awards for academic excellence and contributions to medical practice.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Teaches and oversees resident education and surgical practice.
Lifebox • Global
Worked on improving surgical and anesthetic safety in low-resource settings.
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