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THORACIC SURGERY

“Robotic lobectomy for cancer offers outstanding results, with excellent lymph
node removal and minimal morbidity, mortality, and pain. Despite its cost, it is
profitable for the hospital system. Robotic surgery is an important tool in the
armamentarium for the thoracic surgeon.”
– Benjamin Wei, MD

Robotic Lobectomy Volume: 2010 – 2015
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100

68

102

87

85

73

80

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2012

2013

2014

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0
2010

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