Papers

6

Total Citations

102

H-Index

5

About

Michael L. Williams is an emerging surgical researcher whose work sits at the forefront of robotic-assisted cardiac and thoracic surgery. His research systematically evaluates the safety, efficacy, and clinical outcomes of minimally invasive robotic surgical techniques, with a particular focus on mitral valve repair, coronary artery bypass grafting, and thoracic oncological procedures such as lobectomy. Williams has made significant contributions through rigorous meta-analyses that synthesize decades of clinical data, helping to clarify the true value of robotic surgery against conventional approaches. His 2022 meta-analysis comparing robotic and conventional sternotomy mitral valve surgery has garnered 33 citations, becoming a key reference for surgeons navigating this evolving field. Equally influential is his 2023 examination of the robotic lobectomy learning curve, which has accumulated 31 citations and addresses one of the most persistent barriers to widespread adoption of robotic thoracic surgery. His investigations into uniportal robotic thoracic surgery and robotic coronary artery bypass grafting further demonstrate his commitment to expanding evidence-based foundations for next-generation surgical techniques. With over 100 cumulative citations across six publications, Williams is rapidly establishing himself as a valuable voice shaping the future of minimally invasive surgical practice.

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H-Index
6
Papers
102
Total Citations
17
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic versus conventional sternotomy mitral valve surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
33 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 29
🏛 Institutions: Macquarie University, Dunedin Public Hospital, St Vincent's Hospital Sydney

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