Vito Delmonte

Ospedale Generale Regionale Francesco Miulli

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Dr. Vito Delmonte is a pioneering surgeon at the forefront of minimally invasive and robotic hepatobiliary surgery. His research focuses on expanding the boundaries of surgical care for complex liver tumors, particularly in high-risk and fragile patient populations. Dr. Delmonte’s most notable contribution is his groundbreaking work on awake robotic liver surgery, as detailed in his 2023 case report. This innovative approach demonstrates that curative-intent liver resections can be safely performed under regional anesthesia, avoiding the respiratory complications of general anesthesia in vulnerable patients. While his work is early-stage, with his flagship paper accumulating 6 citations, it represents a paradigm shift in surgical oncology—challenging long-held assumptions about the necessity of general anesthesia for major abdominal procedures. Dr. Delmonte’s research is already influencing discussions on patient selection and perioperative care, positioning him as a rising thought leader in robotic surgery. His dedication to tailoring surgical techniques for the frailest patients underscores a commitment to expanding access to life-saving treatments, making his work essential reading for surgeons and anesthesiologists alike.