
Episode 12 : Part C - Evolution in cardiac surgery with Dr. Celmeta
From Forbidden to Routine: The History of Open Heart Surgery
In this episode, Dr Bleri CELMETA takes us on a powerful journey through the history of open-heart surgery — from the pioneering work of John Gibbon and C. Walton Lillehei to the evolution of minimally invasive and robotic approaches.
Discover how cardiac surgery progressed from experimental beginnings to life-saving daily procedures, and how innovation continues to shape the operating room.
Dr. Bleri Celmeta is a cardiac surgeon operating on the Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Unit in Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio Hospital (Milan, Italy). He graduated in Medicine and Surgery at the University of Padova-Italy in 2014, then completed his residency program in Cardiac Surgery in the same university in 2020. His professional background included also a fellowship in Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery in the University Hospital of Nantes-France (2019-2020).
He is the author of numerous publications and conference presentations with particular interest in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, and review editor of various international Journals (Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine, Frontiers in Surgery, Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery, among others). Dr. Celmeta is a member of the Working Group on Cardiovascular Surgery - European Society of Cardiology (ESC), Italian Cardiac Surgery Society (SICCH) and Italian Society of Echocardiography and Cardiovascular Imaging (SIECVI).
LinkedIn profile: Bleri Celmeta | LinkedIn
About Behind the OR
Behind the OR is the official podcast channel by Peters Surgical. Here, we invite you to step into the world of surgery, where we uncover what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. Each episode features in-depth conversations with expert surgeons, providing insights into the latest surgical techniques, innovations, and the daily lives of those who dedicate themselves to saving lives.
Founded in 1926, Peters Surgical is a French company with a global presence in over 90 countries. As a reference group for surgical practices worldwide, we are dedicated to improving surgical outcomes through innovative medical devices, including surgical sutures, hemostatic clips, and surgical glue. Our expertise lies in designing, manufacturing, and distributing these devices.
Visit our website here : https://peters-surgical.com/
In this episode, Dr Bleri CELMETA takes us on a powerful journey through the history of open-heart surgery — from the pioneering work of John Gibbon and C. Walton Lillehei to the evolution of minimally invasive and robotic approaches.
Discover how cardiac surgery progressed from experimental beginnings to life-saving daily procedures, and how innovation continues to shape the operating room.
Dr. Bleri Celmeta is a cardiac surgeon operating on the Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Unit in Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio Hospital (Milan, Italy). He graduated in Medicine and Surgery at the University of Padova-Italy in 2014, then completed his residency program in Cardiac Surgery in the same university in 2020. His professional background included also a fellowship in Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery in the University Hospital of Nantes-France (2019-2020).
He is the author of numerous publications and conference presentations with particular interest in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, and review editor of various international Journals (Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine, Frontiers in Surgery, Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery, among others). Dr. Celmeta is a member of the Working Group on Cardiovascular Surgery - European Society of Cardiology (ESC), Italian Cardiac Surgery Society (SICCH) and Italian Society of Echocardiography and Cardiovascular Imaging (SIECVI).
LinkedIn profile: Bleri Celmeta | LinkedIn
About Behind the OR
Behind the OR is the official podcast channel by Peters Surgical. Here, we invite you to step into the world of surgery, where we uncover what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. Each episode features in-depth conversations with expert surgeons, providing insights into the latest surgical techniques, innovations, and the daily lives of those who dedicate themselves to saving lives.
Founded in 1926, Peters Surgical is a French company with a global presence in over 90 countries. As a reference group for surgical practices worldwide, we are dedicated to improving surgical outcomes through innovative medical devices, including surgical sutures, hemostatic clips, and surgical glue. Our expertise lies in designing, manufacturing, and distributing these devices.
Visit our website here : https://peters-surgical.com/









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