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Dr. Juliana Guarize is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose work is reshaping the management of lung cancer through the integration of robotic surgery, advanced bronchoscopy, and artificial intelligence. Her research focuses on expanding the boundaries of minimally invasive techniques, particularly for complex and advanced-stage disease. A landmark contribution is her 2021 case-control study on robotic lobectomy for stage IIIA-N2 non-small-cell lung cancer after induction treatment, which provided critical preliminary evidence on the safety and efficacy of this approach in a poorly studied population. With over 7 citations, this work has informed surgical decision-making for high-risk patients. More recently, Dr. Guarize has been at the forefront of robotic-assisted bronchoscopy (RAB), authoring seminal papers that characterize the learning curve of the ION™ endoluminal system and highlight its transformative role in diagnosing peripheral pulmonary lesions. Her forward-looking 2024 review on harnessing artificial intelligence for lung cancer management underscores her commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology into clinical practice. Through these contributions, Dr. Guarize is not only advancing surgical precision but also paving the way for a future where AI and robotics converge to improve outcomes for lung cancer patients.