Surgeons’ Experiences and Perspectives on Physical Ergonomics: A Need for Innovative Solutions

Riya Sutariya, Sruthi Kunamneni, Wei Wei Zhang, Katherine Fay, Mazen Al-Mansour, Nisha Narula, Department of Surgery, New Jersey Medical School, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Florida

Surgical Innovation

Published online on January 23, 2026

Abstract

Surgical Innovation, Volume 33, Issue 4, Page 338-346, August 2026.
BackgroundPain that impacts professional and personal life are prevalent among surgeons due to poor ergonomics. The objective of this study is to determine the attitudes, perceptions, and real-world practices of ergonomics with the ultimate goal of ...