Savan K Shah

New York University, New York Medical College, Rush University Medical Center

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Dr. Savan K. Shah is a thoracic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques and integrating digital health solutions into perioperative care. His most impactful work examines the incidence, management, and outcomes of intraoperative catastrophes during robotic pulmonary resection, a study with 63 citations that provides critical safety insights for high-risk robotic procedures. Dr. Shah has also been a pioneer in telemedicine for thoracic surgery, demonstrating through a prospective quality improvement project the safety, feasibility, and high patient satisfaction of virtual preoperative and postoperative care—a contribution that gained particular relevance during the pandemic. His comparative analysis of minimally invasive versus open pneumonectomy, including predictors of conversion, further underscores his commitment to optimizing surgical decision-making. With a growing body of work that bridges technical surgical excellence and patient-centered innovation, Dr. Shah’s research is shaping safer, more accessible thoracic surgical care.