Kaity Tung

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

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Kaity Tung is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose work is reshaping the landscape of minimally invasive surgery. Her primary research focuses on the adoption and optimization of robotic platforms for thoracic procedures, a field where she has emerged as a leading voice. In her most-cited work, "Adoption of the Robotic Platform across Thoracic Surgeries" (2024, 14 citations), Tung provides a critical analysis of the paradigm shift from video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) to robotic-assisted techniques. She systematically evaluates how surgeons are integrating this new technology across common thoracic surgeries, with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes while reducing morbidity and mortality. This contribution has been instrumental in guiding clinical practice and informing surgical decision-making during a transformative period in the field. Tung’s scholarship not only highlights the technical nuances of robotic adoption but also underscores the importance of evidence-based implementation in surgery. Her work continues to influence both early-career surgeons and established practitioners navigating the evolving landscape of thoracic surgical innovation.