Syed Faaz Ashraf
University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Papers
6
Total Citations
17
H-Index
3
About
Dr. Syed Faaz Ashraf is a pioneering cardiac surgeon whose work is reshaping the landscape of minimally invasive heart surgery. His primary research focuses on advancing robotic cardiac surgery, specifically in totally endoscopic coronary artery bypass (TECAB) grafting and robotically assisted mitral valve repair. Dr. Ashraf’s major contributions include refining port placements, internal mammary artery harvesting, and distal anastomosis techniques for TECAB, as well as developing resectional methods for mitral valve repair. His work on robotic left atrial myxoma resection and a low-cost, high-fidelity simulation model for robotic internal mammary artery harvest demonstrates his commitment to both clinical innovation and surgical education. With over 17 citations across his most-cited papers, his research is gaining traction in the field. Notably, his 2022 paper on TECAB techniques has been cited 6 times, and his 2023 work on robotic mitral valve repair is a key resource for surgeons. Dr. Ashraf’s recent study on incision lengths in robotic cardiac surgery (2025) addresses critical questions about optimizing patient outcomes. His dedication to advancing robotic platforms and training the next generation of surgeons makes him a rising leader in cardiac surgery.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2Robotically assisted mitral valve repair—resectional techniques3 citations · 2023
- 3
- 4Technical aspects of robotically assisted left atrial myxoma resection3 citations · 2022
- 5
- 6