Reto Kurmann

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Reto Kurmann is a cardiothoracic surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on the surgical management of rare cardiac tumors, particularly through minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques. His most notable contributions include a 2024 case series from the Mayo Clinic detailing the robotic-assisted resection of cardiac papillary fibroelastomas (PFEs)—benign tumors with a high embolic risk. By demonstrating the feasibility and safety of a robotic approach over traditional median sternotomy, Kurmann has helped expand the surgical toolkit for these challenging cases. He has also published instructive case reports, such as one describing a large left atrial myxoma extending into the pulmonary veins, highlighting the diagnostic and surgical complexities of cardiac masses. While his work is early in its citation impact—with his top paper accruing three citations—it represents a growing body of evidence in robotic cardiac oncology. Kurmann’s research is particularly valuable for surgeons and trainees interested in the intersection of robotics, minimally invasive surgery, and cardiac tumor management, offering practical insights into patient selection, operative technique, and perioperative outcomes.