Ans Fakiha

NYU Langone Health, Essex Cardiothoracic Centre

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Ans Fakiha is a pioneering figure in robotic cardiac surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive techniques for mitral valve repair and left atrial appendage (LAA) closure. Her major contributions center on advancing the safety and efficacy of totally endoscopic robotic procedures, particularly through the innovative use of fluorescence-guided imaging. In her landmark 2015 study (14 citations), she demonstrated the feasibility of real-time fluorescence guidance for precise placement of an endoaortic balloon occlusion device during robotic mitral valve repair—a technique that enhances visualization and reduces complications. Her 2017 work (11 citations) further solidified her impact by showing that totally endoscopic robotic LAA closure achieves a high success rate in excluding the LAA, a critical intervention for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation patients, where incomplete surgical closure is a known risk. With a combined citation count of 27, Fakiha’s research underscores the transformative potential of robotic platforms in cardiac surgery, offering patients safer, less invasive alternatives. Her achievements highlight her role as a leader in integrating advanced imaging with robotic precision, setting new standards for procedural outcomes.