Mohanad Hamandi

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Mohanad Hamandi is a leading researcher in the field of robotic cardiac surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive mitral valve interventions. His work has significantly advanced the understanding and application of robotic techniques for complex mitral valve repairs, particularly in high-risk patients. Among his most impactful contributions is a comprehensive 2020 review of robotic mitral valve surgery, which has garnered 8 citations and serves as a foundational resource for surgeons adopting this technology. Hamandi’s 2022 study on robotic mitral valve surgery after prior sternotomy is particularly notable; by retrospectively analyzing 342 cases, he provided critical evidence that the robotic approach is safe and effective even in patients with previous open-heart surgery—a population traditionally considered high-risk for reoperation. This work has been cited 5 times and is shaping clinical guidelines for redo mitral procedures. Through his rigorous outcomes research, Hamandi is helping to expand the frontiers of robotic cardiac surgery, offering patients less invasive options with faster recovery. His contributions are essential reading for cardiothoracic surgeons and researchers seeking to optimize surgical approaches for mitral valve disease.