DR. JAMES GEORGE DROUGAS, M.D.

ROANOKE, VA

Research Active
Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 3 publications 1965 – 2017 NPI: 1013912914
Surgery Surgery - Vascular Surgery
LiverRatsHepatectomyRats, Inbred StrainsDNALiver RegenerationAlbuminsProteinsSerum Albumin

Practice Location

1234 FRANKLIN RD SW
ROANOKE, VA 24016-4606

Phone: (540) 345-1561

What does JAMES DROUGAS research?

Dr. Drougas studies the effectiveness of training tools in vascular surgery, particularly through the development of a simulator that mimics real surgeries. This simulator allows surgical residents to practice precise techniques, such as carotid endarterectomy (an operation to remove plaque from the carotid artery) and arterial bypass. Additionally, he has researched how liver recovery is impacted by the presence of albumin, a vital protein, which is important for patients undergoing liver surgery or dealing with liver diseases.

Key findings

  • The vascular surgery simulator improves surgical trainees' skills, which can lead to better patient outcomes in real surgeries.
  • Rats without albumin showed no significant increase in liver cell production post-surgery, indicating that albumin is crucial for liver regeneration.
  • Normal rats demonstrated a marked increase in liver healing, highlighting the differences in recovery based on albumin levels.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Drougas study liver conditions?
Yes, he investigates the role of albumin in liver regeneration, which is crucial for understanding liver health.
What treatments has Dr. Drougas researched?
He focuses on surgical techniques and training for vascular surgeries and the biological factors affecting liver healing.
How does Dr. Drougas's work help surgical residents?
His development of a surgical simulator allows residents to practice important procedures, leading to improved skills and patient safety.
Is Dr. Drougas's research relevant to patients undergoing liver surgery?
Absolutely, his findings on albumin and liver regeneration are significant for patients to understand their recovery process.

Publications in plain English

Development of a pulsatile, tissue-based, versatile vascular surgery simulation laboratory for resident training.

2017

Journal of vascular surgery cases and innovative techniques

Fletcher B, De La Ree J, Drougas J

Plain English
This study focused on creating a new training simulator for vascular surgery that mimics real-life procedures. The simulator includes various parts that allow trainees to practice surgeries like carotid endarterectomy and arterial bypass. This is important because better training tools can improve doctors' skills, leading to improved patient outcomes. Who this helps: Patients undergoing vascular surgeries.

PubMed

Impaired liver regeneration in the analbuminemic rat.

1989

The Journal of surgical research

Hicks BA, Drougas J, Arnaout W, Felcher A, Moscioni AD +2 more

Plain English
This study looked at how a lack of albumin, a protein important for the body's functions, affects the liver's ability to heal after surgery in rats. The researchers found that normal rats showed a significant increase in liver cell production after surgery, but the rats without albumin did not have this increase, showing they struggled to regenerate their liver properly. This matters because it highlights the crucial role of albumin in liver recovery, which could be important for understanding liver diseases in humans. Who this helps: This helps patients with liver conditions or those undergoing liver surgery.

PubMed

Spandex Elastic Fibers: Development of a new type of elastic fiber stimulates further work in the growing field of stretch fabrics.

1965

Science (New York, N.Y.)

Hicks EM, Ultee AJ, Drougas J

Plain English
Scientists created a new type of stretchy material called spandex fibers that are durable, easily dyed, and can be adjusted with heat. These fibers allow for more sheer and powerful elastic fabrics. This is important because it opens up new possibilities for clothing and other textile applications. Who this helps: This benefits clothing manufacturers and consumers looking for high-performance stretchy fabrics.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

Brian Fletcher Jaime De La Ree B A Hicks W Arnaout A Felcher A D Moscioni S M Levenson A A Demetriou E M Hicks A J Ultee

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