Starting and Developing a Robotic Thoracic Surgery Program

Robotic-assisted surgery has been widely adopted in the field of thoracic surgery as a safe, minimally invasive approach with distinct technical advantages. With increased utilization, it has become an integral part of training pathways for the next generation of thoracic surgeons. This review article highlights key steps in implementing a robotic thoracic surgery program at an academic center based on institutional experience and the available surgical literature.