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Dr. Rana Pullatt is a pioneering surgeon whose work sits at the intersection of reconstructive microsurgery and robotic-assisted techniques. Her primary research focuses on advancing minimally invasive approaches for complex procedures, most notably in breast reconstruction using the deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap. Her landmark 2018 case report, which has garnered 76 citations, was among the first to describe robotic-assisted harvest of the DIEP flap for autologous breast reconstruction, demonstrating a novel method that reduces donor-site morbidity. Dr. Pullatt has also contributed foundational studies on the anatomical feasibility of laparoscopically dissected DIEP flaps, helping to validate these less invasive approaches. Beyond reconstructive surgery, she has explored the broader landscape of robotic surgery, authoring a comprehensive review on its development and a bibliometric analysis of robotic metabolic and bariatric surgery. Her recent work includes a prospective analysis of surgeons transitioning from laparoscopic to robotic-assisted inguinal hernia repair, underscoring her commitment to improving surgical efficiency and training. Through her innovative techniques and rigorous outcomes research, Dr. Pullatt is shaping the future of robotic-assisted surgery, making complex procedures safer and more accessible.