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Dr. Akif Turna is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose work is redefining the boundaries of minimally invasive surgery. His primary research focus is the advancement of robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS), specifically through the development and refinement of the uniportal approach. Dr. Turna’s major contribution lies in demonstrating that complex pulmonary procedures can be performed safely and effectively through a single, small incision using robotic technology. His landmark 2022 paper, “Uniportal pure robotic-assisted thoracic surgery—technical aspects, tips and tricks” (37 citations), serves as a foundational guide for this technique. He further validated its efficacy in a 2023 multicenter European study (28 citations), which compared uniportal RATS favorably against traditional multiport approaches. Dr. Turna has also pushed the envelope with highly complex operations, such as the lung-sparing carinal sleeve resection (16 citations), showcasing the precision of his method. His work is not only technically innovative but also highly impactful, with his publications serving as essential references for surgeons worldwide. By making major lung and chest wall resections less invasive, Dr. Turna is directly improving patient recovery and outcomes, establishing himself as a leading figure in the evolution of thoracic surgery.