Xuefei Hu

Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University

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Dr. Xuefei Hu is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for thoracic procedures, with a particular emphasis on anesthetic innovation and robotic-assisted surgery. Dr. Hu’s most influential work, "Nonintubated–Awake Anesthesia for Uniportal Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery Procedures" (2017), has garnered 27 citations and represents a paradigm shift in perioperative care, demonstrating that complex thoracic surgeries can be performed safely without general anesthesia or intubation—reducing recovery times and procedural risks. This contribution has opened new avenues for enhanced recovery protocols in thoracic surgery. More recently, Dr. Hu’s comparative study on robotic versus video-assisted thoracoscopic thymectomy for thymic epithelial tumors (2023) provides critical evidence for optimizing surgical approaches in mediastinal pathology, with early findings informing best practices at major centers. Through these works, Dr. Hu has established a reputation for challenging conventional surgical dogma, prioritizing patient comfort and outcomes through innovative anesthesia and robotic techniques. Their research continues to shape the future of thoracic surgery, offering safer, less invasive options for patients worldwide.