Mercedes de la Torre

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Dr. Mercedes de la Torre is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose work is redefining the boundaries of minimally invasive lung surgery. Her primary research focus is the evolution and optimization of uniportal approaches, specifically the transition from video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (U-VATS) to pure robotic-assisted techniques. Dr. de la Torre’s major contribution lies in systematically developing and validating the technical framework for uniportal robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (U-RATS). Her highly cited 2022 paper, "Uniportal pure robotic-assisted thoracic surgery—technical aspects, tips and tricks" (37 citations), serves as a seminal guide for surgeons worldwide, detailing the precise methodology for performing complex lung resections through a single incision using the robotic platform. She further demonstrated the clinical viability of this approach in a landmark 2023 propensity score-matched analysis of her initial 100 cases (25 citations), proving that U-RATS is not only feasible but offers comparable outcomes to the established U-VATS technique. By bridging the gap between uniportal thoracoscopy and robotic surgery, Dr. de la Torre is actively shaping the future of thoracic oncology, making her work essential reading for any surgeon or researcher interested in the cutting edge of surgical innovation.