Michel Slama

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Michel Slama is a pioneering cardiothoracic surgeon whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive coronary revascularization, with a particular focus on robotically-assisted coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). His most-cited work, "Robotically-Assisted Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting" (2010, 16 citations), details his experience using the da Vinci system to perform totally endoscopic coronary surgery, demonstrating that robotic techniques can achieve safe and effective single- or double-vessel revascularization. Slama’s contributions have helped establish robotic CABG as a viable alternative to traditional open-heart surgery, reducing patient trauma and recovery time. His research has been instrumental in refining patient selection criteria and operative protocols for robotic approaches. While his citation count reflects the specialized nature of his field, his work has influenced surgical practice in leading cardiac centers. Slama continues to push the boundaries of robotic cardiac surgery, training the next generation of surgeons in these advanced techniques and advocating for broader adoption of minimally invasive methods to improve patient outcomes.