Papers
10
Total Citations
400
H-Index
7
About
M. Blair Marshall is a distinguished thoracic surgeon and researcher whose work has fundamentally shaped the evolution of minimally invasive approaches to lung and airway surgery. Specializing in robotic-assisted and video-assisted thoracic surgery, Marshall has been at the forefront of comparing and refining surgical techniques for conditions including non-small cell lung cancer, tracheobronchial disease, and thymic disorders. Marshall's most influential contribution — a multi-hospital database analysis comparing robotic and conventional video-assisted lobectomy — has garnered over 230 citations, establishing critical benchmarks for evaluating emerging surgical technologies. His 2019 systematic review and meta-analysis on optimal lobectomy approaches (94 citations) further cemented his role as a leading voice in evidence-based thoracic surgery. His pioneering work on minimally invasive sleeve resection and novel bronchoplasty techniques reflects a sustained commitment to pulmonary preservation and improved patient outcomes. More recently, Marshall has pushed boundaries with single-port robotic systems for lobectomy and thymectomy, signaling his ongoing investment in next-generation surgical innovation. Across his career, his research has provided clinicians with the evidence needed to adopt safer, less invasive techniques — making him an essential figure for any student or researcher exploring modern thoracic surgery.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
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- 3Outcomes of minimally invasive sleeve resection30 citations · 2018
- 4Robotic-assisted tracheobronchial surgery9 citations · 2020
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- 6Robotic Platform Use in General Thoracic Surgery8 citations · 2019
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- 9Bronchoplasty for pulmonary preservation: A novel technique3 citations · 2023
- 10Robotic repair of a large chronic traumatic diaphragmatic hernia3 citations · 2023