Daniel Borja–Cacho

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Dr. Daniel Borja–Cacho is a pioneering hepatobiliary and transplant surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques in living donor liver transplantation. His most notable contribution is demonstrating that fully robotic left lobe donor hepatectomy is safer than the traditional open approach, as shown in his 2025 landmark study (6 citations). This work challenges the conventional preference for right lobe grafts in adult transplants by highlighting the reduced donor risks associated with robotic left lobe procedures—a critical step toward improving donor safety and expanding the donor pool. By systematically comparing outcomes, Borja–Cacho has provided compelling evidence that robotic surgery can achieve superior perioperative results without compromising graft quality. His research sits at the intersection of surgical innovation, patient safety, and transplant equity, offering a less invasive alternative that could transform standard practice. Though early in its citation impact, this study has already garnered attention for its potential to shift clinical paradigms. Dr. Borja–Cacho’s work is essential reading for surgeons and researchers interested in the future of robotic transplant surgery and donor-centered outcomes.