Jahnavi Kakuturu

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Dr. Jahnavi Kakuturu is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing robotic-assisted minimally invasive techniques for complex esophageal and thymic surgeries. Her most cited work, "Robotic assisted minimally invasive esophagectomy: Ivor-Lewis approach" (2021, 14 citations), demonstrates that robotic-assisted minimally invasive esophagectomy (RAMIE) can achieve comparable or superior outcomes to traditional minimally invasive esophagectomy, including improved postoperative pain and reduced cardiopulmonary complications. This contribution has helped establish RAMIE as a viable, evidence-based alternative for esophageal cancer patients. Dr. Kakuturu also explores the nuanced application of robotic surgery for thymoma in patients with myasthenia gravis, arguing against a "one size fits all" approach in her 2021 paper (2 citations). Her work underscores the importance of patient-specific surgical planning in robotic thoracic oncology. By systematically evaluating surgical outcomes and refining robotic techniques, Dr. Kakuturu is shaping the future of minimally invasive thoracic surgery, offering patients safer recoveries and better long-term results. Her research continues to influence surgical protocols and inspire further innovation in robotic-assisted thoracic procedures.