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Dr. Hasan Karabulut is a pioneering cardiothoracic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing robotic cardiac surgery, particularly for complex mitral and atrial pathologies. His major contributions center on demonstrating the feasibility and safety of robotic mitral valve replacement in patients with severe rheumatic mitral disease—a historically challenging condition often deemed unsuitable for minimally invasive approaches. Through a series of landmark studies (2013–2014), including his most-cited work "Robotic atrial septal defect closure" (10 citations) and "Robotic Mitral Valve Replacement for Severe Rheumatic Mitral Disease" (9 citations), he established perioperative techniques and reported early outcomes for robotic valve replacement in calcified, rheumatic valves. His work has collectively garnered over 36 citations, influencing surgical practice by expanding the indications for robotic mitral surgery. Notably, his contributions to the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery’s MMCTS platform have provided step-by-step video demonstrations, making complex robotic procedures accessible to trainees worldwide. Dr. Karabulut’s research bridges the gap between traditional open-heart surgery and cutting-edge robotic innovation, offering new hope for patients with severe rheumatic heart disease.