A. Folch Sandoval
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A. Folch Sandoval is a clinician-researcher whose work sits at the critical intersection of bariatric surgery and advanced heart failure management. Her primary research focus is on optimizing surgical outcomes for patients with severe obesity who require mechanical circulatory support, particularly left ventricular assist devices (LVADs). In her most cited work, a 2023 study, she demonstrated that sleeve gastrectomy can be safely performed in patients with severe obesity and an LVAD, facilitating significant weight loss and enabling them to become eligible for cardiac transplantation. This contribution addresses a previously underserved population, offering a viable bridge to transplant where few options existed. While her citation count is still building—her top paper has garnered 10 citations—the clinical impact is substantial, as her findings directly influence surgical candidacy and perioperative protocols in high-risk cardiac patients. Folch Sandoval’s work exemplifies how targeted surgical innovation can expand life-saving treatment pathways, making her a rising voice in the fields of bariatric and transplant surgery.
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