Episode 7 : Enclose® II Proximal Anastomosis Device
with Dr. Gianlucca Torregrossa
Dr. Gianluca Torregrossa, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Lankenau Heart Institute in Philadelphia, discusses Off-pump CABG, a method developed to perform the surgery without stopping the heart, has not proven superior to traditional methods due to complications like stroke, which can occur when manipulating the aorta. Dr. Torregrossa highlights the Enclose® II device by Peters Surgical and shares his personal experience using the device in over 700 surgeries. Dr. Torregrossa stresses the importance of adopting new technologies like Enclose® II to improve surgical outcomes and ensure patients return to their normal lives post-surgery.
Dr TORREGROSSA was graduated from the University of Padua Itlay in 2006. In 2011, he was a part of the team who implanted the first total artificial Heart in Italy. Few years later he was appointed Associate director of Robotic Heart Surgery at Mount Sinai St Luke (NYC), then joined the Cardiac Robotic and Minimally Invasive Division of Surgery at University of Chicago and since 2021 he is the Director of the Robotic Coronary Program in Main Health Hospital Philadelphia. Dr Torregrossa is the author of more than 80 publications in peer-reviewed journals, including 1 book. He serves as reviewer for several journals, and his current h index is 12. Finally, he speaks 4 languages and crossed the Sahara twice on his motorbike.
Visit his LinkedIn profile: Gianluca Torregrossa | 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/
Dr. Gianluca Torregrossa, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Lankenau Heart Institute in Philadelphia, discusses Off-pump CABG, a method developed to perform the surgery without stopping the heart, has not proven superior to traditional methods due to complications like stroke, which can occur when manipulating the aorta. Dr. Torregrossa highlights the Enclose® II device by Peters Surgical and shares his personal experience using the device in over 700 surgeries. Dr. Torregrossa stresses the importance of adopting new technologies like Enclose® II to improve surgical outcomes and ensure patients return to their normal lives post-surgery.
Dr TORREGROSSA was graduated from the University of Padua Itlay in 2006. In 2011, he was a part of the team who implanted the first total artificial Heart in Italy. Few years later he was appointed Associate director of Robotic Heart Surgery at Mount Sinai St Luke (NYC), then joined the Cardiac Robotic and Minimally Invasive Division of Surgery at University of Chicago and since 2021 he is the Director of the Robotic Coronary Program in Main Health Hospital Philadelphia. Dr Torregrossa is the author of more than 80 publications in peer-reviewed journals, including 1 book. He serves as reviewer for several journals, and his current h index is 12. Finally, he speaks 4 languages and crossed the Sahara twice on his motorbike.
Visit his LinkedIn profile: Gianluca Torregrossa | 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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