Hiram G. Bezerra

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

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Hiram G. Bezerra is a leading interventional cardiologist whose research focuses on advancing precision in percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), particularly through the integration of robotic-assisted technologies and intravascular imaging. His major contributions center on improving procedural accuracy and patient outcomes in coronary artery disease treatment. In a seminal 2015 study (60 citations), Bezerra demonstrated that robotic-assisted PCI significantly reduces the incidence of Longitudinal Geographic Miss (LGM)—a critical metric of stent placement precision—compared to manual PCI, establishing a safer, more reproducible approach to complex coronary interventions. This work has helped shape the adoption of robotic platforms in catheterization labs worldwide. With over 150 peer-reviewed publications and an h-index exceeding 40, Bezerra’s impact is reflected in his extensive citation record and his role as a principal investigator in pivotal clinical trials. He is also recognized for his expertise in optical coherence tomography (OCT) and intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), advancing real-time plaque characterization and stent optimization. A sought-after educator and mentor, Bezerra continues to drive innovation at the intersection of robotics and imaging, making him a transformative figure in modern interventional cardiology.