About

Dr. Brody Wehman is a pioneering cardiac surgeon whose work has fundamentally advanced the field of minimally invasive coronary revascularization. His research centers on robotic totally endoscopic coronary artery bypass grafting (TECAB) and hybrid coronary revascularization, where he has demonstrated that complex, multi-vessel heart surgery can be performed with remarkable precision through small incisions, avoiding traditional sternotomy. His landmark study, "Five Hundred Cases of Robotic Totally Endoscopic Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting," with 150 citations, established the safety and predictors of success for this approach on a large scale. Dr. Wehman’s contributions extend to proving the feasibility of quadruple-vessel robotic bypass and optimizing the sequence of interventions in hybrid procedures, which combine surgical and percutaneous techniques. His work on robotic-assisted cardiac reoperation, showing reduced mortality risk, has been particularly impactful for high-risk patients. With over 350 cumulative citations across his most influential papers, Dr. Wehman has not only refined surgical techniques but also provided critical insights into patient anatomy and sex-based outcomes, solidifying his role as a leader in the evolution of robotic cardiac surgery.

Research Focus

Key Achievements

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H-Index
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Papers
379
Total Citations
38
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Five Hundred Cases of Robotic Totally Endoscopic Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: Predictors of Success and Safety
150 citations · 2013
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2012 (4 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 28
🏛 Institutions: Innsbruck Medical University, University of Maryland, Baltimore, University of Chicago, University of Maryland Medical Center

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