Charles Bakhos
Temple University Hospital, Temple University, Fox Chase Cancer Center
Papers
11
Total Citations
197
H-Index
7
About
Charles Bakhos is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical techniques for complex lung and esophageal conditions. His most impactful contribution is leading the ROMAN Study, the first prospective international randomized trial comparing robotic versus video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) for early lung cancer, which demonstrated superior perioperative outcomes and has garnered 94 citations. Bakhos has also made significant contributions to understanding conversion risk factors during minimally invasive lobectomy (27 citations) and analyzing the financial implications of adopting robotic thoracic surgery in academic settings (18 citations). His expertise extends to innovative procedures including robotic McKeown esophagectomy, substernal esophageal bypass, and minimally invasive diaphragm plication for paralysis. Bakhos has also advanced techniques for challenging cases such as robotic left main stem bronchus sleeve resection, tracheobronchoplasty for tracheobronchomalacia, and the Belsey Mark IV repair for paraesophageal hernias. With over 200 cumulative citations, his work has helped establish evidence-based standards for robotic thoracic surgery, making complex procedures safer and more accessible while addressing critical questions about cost-effectiveness and patient outcomes in minimally invasive thoracic oncology.
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- 4Jejunostomy—technique and controversies12 citations · 2019
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- 6Robotic-assisted McKeown esophagectomy10 citations · 2019
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- 9Tracheobronchoplasty for tracheobronchomalacia5 citations · 2021
- 10Robotic Belsey Mark IV Repair of the Paraesophageal Hernia3 citations · 2023