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Associate Professor Daniel Steffens is affiliated with the Central Clinical School at the University of Sydney, where he focuses on surgical oncology and patient outcomes. His research emphasizes prehabilitation interventions, colorectal cancer treatment, robotic surgery, and the psychological impact of surgery on patients. He has collaborated extensively with institutions like Chris O'Brien Lifehouse and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
Dr. Steffens' work includes systematic reviews and meta-analyses on prehabilitation efficacy, surgical outcomes, and the role of exercise in cancer recovery. He also investigates geographical disparities in healthcare access and mental health comorbidities affecting surgical outcomes. His studies often involve large cohorts and multidisciplinary teams, highlighting a commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
- Current research students: Charlotte JOHNSTONE (PhD/Master’s) and Adrian SIU (PhD/Master’s)
- Key collaborations: SPARC multi-disciplinary team program for retroperitoneal sarcoma
Advising and grants involve studies on surgical innovations, cost-analyses of hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), and robotic surgery implementation. His recent work underscores the importance of consumer input in prehabilitation programs and the need for standardized outcome measures in pelvic exenteration.
Labs/teams: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Chris O’Brien Lifehouse Collaboration, Centralised Quaternary Referral Centre for complex surgical cases.
