Matthias Steinert

Jena University Hospital, University Hospital Leipzig

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Dr. Matthias Steinert is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose research centers on the evolution and application of robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS). His major contributions include providing the first comprehensive nationwide survey on the current status and evolution of RATS in Germany, a landmark study that has garnered 31 citations and established a critical baseline for understanding the adoption of robotic techniques in thoracic practice. Dr. Steinert’s work extends to exploring the therapeutic role of RATS in early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) without mediastinal lymph node involvement, as well as advancing the frontiers of non-intubated robotic-assisted tracheal surgery. His publications, including "Robotik in der Thoraxchirurgie" and "Robotic surgery for thoracic surgery," have shaped clinical guidelines and inspired further innovation in minimally invasive approaches. Dr. Steinert’s research is instrumental in demonstrating how robotic systems can enhance surgical precision, reduce patient trauma, and expand treatment options, making him a key figure in the modernization of thoracic surgery.