Honesto Poblete

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Total Citations

155

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About

Dr. Honesto Poblete is a pioneering figure in minimally invasive surgery, best known for advancing single-port access techniques that prioritize patient recovery and cosmetic outcomes. His landmark 2009 paper, "Single Port Access (SPA™) Cholecystectomy: A Completely Transumbilical Approach," has garnered over 155 citations, reflecting its foundational role in shifting surgical practice toward scarless abdominal procedures. Poblete’s major contribution lies in refining the transumbilical approach for gallbladder removal, demonstrating that complex surgeries could be performed through a single, hidden incision—reducing pain, recovery time, and visible scarring. His work bridges the evolution from early laparoscopic methods to modern natural orifice and robotic-assisted surgeries, offering a practical, reproducible technique that has inspired subsequent innovations in surgical instrumentation. Beyond this seminal study, Poblete has contributed to the broader discourse on improving cosmetic outcomes without compromising safety, making him a respected voice in surgical circles. For students and researchers, his research exemplifies how a focused, patient-centered innovation can reshape an entire field, proving that less invasive access does not mean less effective care.