Yasmin Altwaijri

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

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Dr. Yasmin Altwaijri is a pioneering cardiac surgeon whose work is redefining the boundaries of transplant medicine. Her primary research focuses on robotic-assisted cardiac surgery, with a landmark contribution being the world’s first totally robotic orthotopic heart transplant. This groundbreaking achievement, detailed in her 2025 paper, demonstrates the feasibility of minimally invasive techniques for complex transplant procedures, potentially reducing recovery times and surgical trauma. Though early in its citation impact (13 citations), the work has already garnered significant attention for its technical innovation. Dr. Altwaijri’s broader research explores the integration of robotics into high-risk cardiac interventions, aiming to improve patient outcomes and expand access to advanced surgical care. Her “first-in-human” accomplishment positions her as a leader in the next generation of transplant surgery, inspiring students and researchers to envision a future where even the most intricate operations are performed with robotic precision.