Jayaram Naidu

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Jayaram Naidu is a pioneering cardiothoracic surgeon whose work has fundamentally advanced minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). His primary research focus lies in the integration of robotic assistance with complex revascularization strategies, particularly the use of bilateral internal thoracic arteries (BITAs). Naidu’s landmark 2006 study, which detailed the successful application of BITAs in CABG through a lateral thoracotomy with robotic assistance in 150 patients, has garnered over 120 citations, establishing a critical benchmark for less invasive, multi-vessel bypass surgery. This work demonstrated that robotic technology could facilitate the harvesting and grafting of both internal thoracic arteries without the morbidity of a full sternotomy, directly challenging conventional surgical dogma. By proving the feasibility and safety of this approach, Naidu has helped expand the indications for robotic CABG, offering patients a superior alternative with faster recovery and reduced trauma. His contributions have been instrumental in shaping modern surgical protocols, making him a key figure in the ongoing evolution toward truly minimally invasive cardiac surgery.