# #20, S2 Advancing ERAS and the Evolution of Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery

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Podcast: [Thinking Thoracic](https://stenobird.com/podcast/thinking-thoracic-7116337)
Published: 2026-04-21T13:40:47+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Thinking Thoracic, podcast hosts Hari Keshava, MD, and Erin Gillaspie, MD, talk with René Petersen, MD, of Copenhagen University Hospital, about the latest developments in Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols. As a longtime leader and pioneer in the field, Dr. Petersen shares insights from his extensive experience advancing recovery practices. The conversation covers the broader evolution of minimally invasive thoracic surgery, including video-assisted approaches, and how these developments inform patient selection for tubeless procedures.

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