Dr. Kenneth Liao - Robotic Heart Surgery

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Dr. Kenneth Liao - Robotic Heart Surgery

Dr. Kenneth Liao is a world-renowned robotic cardiac surgeon specializing in minimally invasive heart surgery at Baylor St.

Luke’s Medical Center in Houston, TX.

11/21/2025

No robotic procedure happens alone. Every successful operation represents hours of planning, collaboration, and trust among a multidisciplinary team. The technology is impressive, but it’s the people, the perfusionists, nurses, anesthesiologists, and surgical assistants, who make it possible. I’m constantly reminded that innovation in medicine doesn’t just come from machines; it comes from people who care deeply about doing things better.

11/18/2025

Last week, we celebrated National Nurse Practitioner Week, and I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Maria for her unwavering commitment and compassion towards our patients every day. She is a beacon of hope, praised by our patients for the exceptional care she provides throughout a patient’s surgical journey.

11/17/2025

As we approach the Thanksgiving and holiday season, I'm grateful and honored to have a supportive team that enables me to perform groundbreaking surgeries, such as the first Robotic Heart Transplant in the United States.

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11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, I want to express my gratitude to all who have served and to the veterans I’ve had the honor of caring for. It was a privilege to care for one of my heart transplant patients who proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps. His courage, resilience, and dedication remind me why I do what I do every day. Thank you to all veterans for your service and sacrifice.

10/23/2025

This National Medical Assistant Week, I want to recognize Ira, whose compassion, clinical skill, and commitment ensure that every patient feels cared for from start to finish.

10/22/2025

It’s an honor to be recognized among Houston’s 2025 Top Doctors in Cardiac Surgery by . I’m incredibly grateful to my team for their skill, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Our robotic achievements are possible because of them and their passion for providing the best care to every patient.

10/21/2025

Most people think oral care is just about keeping your teeth clean. But for the heart, it can mean the difference between health and infection.

When oral bacteria enter the bloodstream, they can attach to damaged heart valves and cause bacterial endocarditis. While mitral valve replacements for endocarditis can be done via open heart surgery, I can treat patients with this infection using robotic heart surgery, which allows for smaller incisions and faster recovery.

This National Dental Hygiene Month, remember: a healthy smile protects more than just your teeth

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10/20/2025

It’s always a pleasure to share the latest information on robotic heart surgery options.

Igor F. Palacios, MD Lectureship and Syposium

October 4, 2025

10/17/2025

There’s a Grey’s Anatomy episode where a doctor collapses from bacterial endocarditis, a heart infection that began with a dental issue. It might sound dramatic, but I’ve seen this story play out in real life.
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and it’s a good reminder that your oral health affects more than just your smile, it impacts your heart. Poor dental hygiene can lead to bacterial endocarditis, a serious heart infection that can develop when bacteria from the mouth enter the bloodstream.
As a cardiac surgeon, I’ve treated patients with endocarditis, and with robotic surgery, we can now repair infected heart valves with precision and smaller incisions. Take care of your smile; your heart depends on it.

08/29/2025

I am truly grateful to everyone who helped make this past year such a success. It is an honor to be surrounded by such dedicated individuals whose hard work and commitment made it possible. Thank you for joining the celebration and being part of this journey.

08/13/2025

At today’s “How to” on innovation, Dr. Liao and his son Kevin shared how surgical expertise and engineering design can drive new advancements in patient care.

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Houston, TX
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