A. Marc Gillinov
Papers
27
Total Citations
1,340
H-Index
17
About
A. Marc Gillinov is a preeminent cardiac surgeon whose career has been defined by pioneering advances in mitral valve repair, with a particular focus on robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques. His research has fundamentally shaped how surgeons approach mitral valve disease, demonstrating that robotic-assisted procedures can achieve outcomes comparable — and in many respects superior — to conventional open-heart surgery, while reducing patient morbidity and recovery time. Gillinov's landmark analyses, including a propensity-matched comparison of minimally invasive versus conventional mitral valve surgery (226 citations) and a comprehensive review of the first 1,000 robotically assisted cases (174 citations), have provided the field with rigorous, large-scale evidence supporting the adoption of these techniques. His seminal work on robotic repair of posterior mitral valve prolapse (240 citations) remains among the most influential contributions to the discipline. Beyond demonstrating safety and efficacy, Gillinov has critically examined the economic dimensions of robotic surgery, questioning whether clinical benefits justify elevated costs — reflecting a commitment to evidence-based, value-conscious care. With total citations exceeding 1,000 across his top publications, his scholarship continues to guide surgeons, trainees, and health systems navigating the evolving landscape of cardiac surgery.
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- 4Mitral valve repair using robotic technology: Safe, effective, and durable96 citations · 2016
- 5Value of Robotically Assisted Surgery for Mitral Valve Disease69 citations · 2014
- 6Mitral valve repair: Robotic and other minimally invasive approaches60 citations · 2017
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