Kaylene Barrera

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, University Surgical Associates, State University of New York

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Dr. Kaylene Barrera is a pioneering general surgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques, particularly for complex abdominal procedures. Her most impactful contribution, the 2018 study "Robotic TAPP Ventral Hernia Repair: Early Lessons Learned at an Inner-City Safety Net Hospital" (39 citations), provides critical insights into applying robotic-assisted preperitoneal approaches for ventral hernia repair. This work demonstrates how robotic technology can achieve the physiologic benefits of a preperitoneal repair—reduced complications and recurrence—while overcoming the technical challenges of traditional laparoscopy, especially in underserved, high-risk patient populations. Dr. Barrera has also contributed to the evolution of single-site surgery, chronicling a decade of innovation in robotic-assisted single-incision platforms. Her expertise extends to advanced pancreatic surgery, with published techniques for total pancreatectomy and islet autotransplantation, as well as robotic cholecystectomy. By focusing on the practical implementation and early outcomes of robotic surgery in safety-net hospitals, Dr. Barrera’s research bridges the gap between technological innovation and equitable surgical care, offering a roadmap for surgeons adopting these complex techniques in resource-limited settings.