Steven N. Hochwald
University of Florida, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Papers
8
Total Citations
77
H-Index
5
About
Steven N. Hochwald is a leading surgical oncologist whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques for esophageal cancer surgery. His major contributions center on refining and comparing robotic-assisted and thoraco-laparoscopic approaches for esophagectomy, particularly the Ivor Lewis procedure. Hochwald has been instrumental in demonstrating that robotic-assisted esophagectomy can achieve superior outcomes, including reduced morbidity and improved recovery, as evidenced by his work on achieving "textbook outcomes" in 150 consecutive patients. His highly cited 2012 review on minimally invasive esophagectomy (30 citations) remains a foundational resource, while his more recent matched-pair analysis (2022, 15 citations) provides critical comparative data on robotic versus conventional techniques. Beyond technical innovations, Hochwald has explored the importance of subcarinal lymph node dissection for gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma, contributing to more precise staging and treatment. His detailed technique papers for robotic Ivor Lewis and transhiatal esophagectomies serve as practical guides for surgeons worldwide. With a career dedicated to improving surgical precision and patient outcomes, Hochwald’s work has significantly shaped the modern landscape of esophageal cancer surgery.
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Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Review of Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy and Current Controversies30 citations · 2012
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- 3Robotic-assisted Ivor Lewis esophagectomy, a review of the technique11 citations · 2021
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- 5Technique for Robotic Transhiatal Esophagectomy5 citations · 2020
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- 8Robotic Enucleation of a Large Gastroesophageal Junction Leiomyoma2 citations · 2021