Jane Long

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Dr. Jane Long is a pioneering hepatobiliary surgeon whose work sits at the intersection of robotic surgery and minimally invasive oncology. Her most notable contribution to the field is the development and clinical validation of robotic full lobe hepatectomy with natural orifice specimen extraction—a technique that combines the precision of robotic-assisted resection with transvaginal retrieval to eliminate large abdominal incisions. In her landmark 2021 series, Dr. Long demonstrated that this approach is not only safe and feasible but also yields tangible benefits: improved cosmetic outcomes, reduced postoperative narcotic use, and shorter hospital stays. Though early in its citation history, this work has already established a new benchmark for patient-centered innovation in liver surgery. Dr. Long’s research agenda centers on pushing the boundaries of what is possible in minimally invasive hepatobiliary procedures, with a focus on reducing surgical trauma without compromising oncologic integrity. Her contributions are shaping the next generation of liver surgery, offering patients a path to recovery that is both less invasive and more humane.