Trisha A Senss

Main Line Health, Lankenau Medical Center

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Trisha A Senss is a pioneering cardiothoracic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) techniques, particularly through robotic-assisted approaches. Her major contributions center on refining surgical protocols to reduce postoperative complications and improve patient outcomes. In her landmark 2024 paper, "Step-by-step technique of robotic-assisted minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass," Senss provides a detailed procedural guide that has garnered 7 citations, establishing a standardized framework for robotic CABG that minimizes the morbidity associated with traditional full sternotomy. Her earlier 2014 study, "Incidence of postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) after robotic CABG versus traditional CABG and its associated mortality and morbidity," with 3 citations, was among the first to systematically compare arrhythmia rates between robotic and conventional methods, highlighting the potential of robotic surgery to lower POAF incidence and its associated risks. Senss’s work directly addresses critical gaps in cardiac surgery, offering evidence that robotic techniques can shorten hospital stays and reduce complications. Her meticulous documentation of surgical steps and outcomes has made her a key figure in the transition toward less invasive cardiac procedures, inspiring further innovation in the field.