Benjamin D. Medina

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

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Dr. Benjamin D. Medina is a rising leader in interventional pulmonology and thoracic surgery, with a focused research agenda on advancing minimally invasive techniques for complex airway disorders. His work centers on robotic-assisted bronchoscopy and surgical management of tracheobronchomalacia (TBM) and excessive dynamic airway collapse (EDAC). Dr. Medina’s most impactful contribution is his 2024 study characterizing the learning curve for robotic-assisted bronchoscopy, which analyzed skills acquisition in a high-volume academic center and has already garnered 20 citations—a strong indicator of its influence on training standards and procedural safety. He has also clarified the diagnostic distinction between TBM and EDAC, a critical nuance for clinicians, and developed the "12-step robotic tracheobronchoplasty" technique, offering a standardized, reproducible approach to a challenging procedure. These contributions, though early in his career, demonstrate a commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovation and education. Dr. Medina’s work is shaping the next generation of interventional pulmonologists and setting benchmarks for robotic airway surgery.