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The successful outcomes of the recent surgeries at UTMB demonstrate the institution's commitment to pushing the boundaries of medical excellence and offering cutting-edge treatments to the community.

UTMB makes history with uniportal robotic lobectomies

The University of Texas Medical Branch marks a significant breakthrough in the field of thoracic surgery as Dr. Roman Petrov, professor of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, successfully performed the first robotic lobectomies in the United States with a single port of entry.

“The success using this intricate surgical technique highlights our commitment to advancing patient care through a cutting-edge approach,” Petrov said.

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