Jonathan M. Hernandez
University of South Florida, Moffitt Cancer Center, Cancer Institute (WIA)
Papers
4
Total Citations
136
H-Index
3
About
Jonathan M. Hernandez is a leading figure in the advancement of robotic-assisted thoracic and foregut surgery, with a particular focus on esophageal cancer. His seminal work, "Defining the Learning Curve for Robotic-assisted Esophagogastrectomy," has garnered 112 citations, establishing a critical framework for safely adopting this complex procedure. Hernandez’s research systematically addresses the technical challenges of robotic surgery, as seen in his early work on robotic lobectomy, which helped "flatten the learning curve" for thoracic surgeons. Beyond surgical technique, he is pioneering precision oncology through innovative metabolomic and BH3 profiling of esophageal cancers, aiming to identify which patients will benefit most from neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy. His case report on a concurrent robotic hiatal hernia repair and lung lobectomy further demonstrates his expertise in managing complex, multi-site pathologies. With a career dedicated to both refining surgical methods and integrating molecular diagnostics, Hernandez’s work directly impacts patient outcomes, reducing complications and personalizing treatment for one of the most challenging malignancies.
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Top Papers
- 1Defining the Learning Curve for Robotic-assisted Esophagogastrectomy112 citations · 2013
- 2Robotic lobectomy: flattening the learning curve14 citations · 2011
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