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Minimally-invasive surgery to repair the mitral valve has evolved a lot over the years. Dr. Arnar Geirsson shares how robotic surgery works and why it’s a great option for most people who need surgical intervention for mitral valve disease.

A couple of highlights from around the web that made it into our feeds this week.

A couple of highlights from around the web that made it into our feeds this week.

The groundbreaking I-SPY trials for neoadjuvant breast cancer treatment show there is no difference in recurrence rates between those who undergo mastectomy versus those who undergo lumpectomy. A surprising discovery for researchers and clinicians alike.

We spoke with Dr. Craig Smith about his new memoir, Nobility in Small Things: A Surgeon’s Path. An intimate portrait replete with the wisdom of experience and contemplation. In this expansive interview, Dr. Smith discusses the many themes of his book and the nuance therein.

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Dr. Jason Hawksworth is one of the few surgeons in the U.S. doing complex liver surgery entirely on the robot. In this interview, he shares his passion for robotic surgery and plans for the future.

A multidisciplinary approach combines orthopedic and plastic surgery expertise to improve functional outcomes

Cardiac surgeon, Dr. Arnar Geirsson is an expert in the robotic approach to mitral repair. He shares his passion for robotic surgery and what he sees as the future of treatment.