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About
Patrick J. Schuler is a pioneering head and neck surgeon whose research has fundamentally advanced the field of transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and robotic-assisted interventions in otolaryngology. His work sits at the intersection of surgical innovation, robotics, and clinical application, with a particular focus on developing and validating flexible robotic systems that overcome the anatomical and financial limitations of conventional approaches. Schuler's most influential contribution—a multicenter European study evaluating the Flex Robotic System in TORS (108 citations)—established critical clinical evidence for next-generation robotic platforms in head and neck oncology. He was also among the first to document clinical use of a computer-assisted flexible endoscope for transoral surgery, demonstrating its feasibility in treating squamous cell carcinoma. His systematic reviews of robotic head and neck surgery have become essential reading for surgeons navigating this rapidly evolving landscape. Beyond oncologic surgery, Schuler has pushed boundaries in robotic laser surgery, transnasal skull base approaches, and even microvascular anastomosis using novel visualization systems. His body of work, accumulating over 400 citations, reflects a sustained commitment to making robotic surgery safer, more accessible, and more precise—ultimately improving outcomes for patients with complex head and neck conditions.
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- 4Recent advances in robot‐assisted head and neck surgery38 citations · 2016
- 5Current Advances in Robotics for Head and Neck Surgery—A Systematic Review37 citations · 2021
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