Marisa Amaral

Moffitt Cancer Center, University of South Florida

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Marisa Amaral is a leading thoracic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for complex thoracic malignancies, particularly lung and esophageal cancers. Her most impactful work challenges conventional boundaries by demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of robotic-assisted resection for Stage III lung cancer, a traditionally controversial application. In her landmark international retrospective study (2018, 75 citations), Amaral provides critical evidence that robotic platforms can be successfully employed in locally advanced disease, expanding surgical options for patients with poor prognoses. Her contributions extend to esophageal cancer surgery, where her documented experience at the Moffitt Cancer Center (2017) offers valuable insights into robotic esophagectomy outcomes and technique refinement. Amaral’s research has directly influenced clinical practice by validating robotic approaches in high-risk, advanced-stage cases, thereby improving patient recovery and survival. Her work is essential reading for surgeons and researchers exploring the frontiers of robotic oncology, as she continues to redefine what is surgically achievable in thoracic oncology.