Sandra Hembrecht

University of Medicine and Health Sciences

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Dr. Sandra Hembrecht is a pioneering surgical oncologist whose work centers on the intersection of neuroanatomy and robotic breast surgery, with a primary focus on sensory preservation in mastectomy. Her landmark 2025 paper, "Anatomical basis for sensory preservation in robotic mastectomy," provides the first detailed anatomical evidence for how robotic-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy (rNSM) can preserve nipple-areolar complex (NAC) sensation—a critical factor for patients' physical, psychological, and sexual well-being. Though early in its citation history (5 citations), this work has already shaped surgical protocols by mapping the precise neural pathways that must be spared during robotic procedures. Dr. Hembrecht’s contributions address a longstanding gap in breast cancer surgery, where sensory loss has been an accepted trade-off for oncologic safety. Her research not only advances technical precision in rNSM but also champions patient-centered outcomes, redefining what successful mastectomy means. As a rising leader in her field, she is recognized for translating complex anatomy into actionable surgical innovations, with her work poised to influence future guidelines and improve quality of life for thousands of women undergoing mastectomy.