Dr. Lary Robinson has had a long and varied career in medicine, with a speciality in treating mesothelioma and advanced lung cancer patients. In addition to his training in medical school and through his fellowships and residencies, Dr. Robinson also learned a lot as he served as a flight surgeon for the United States Air Force. He currently serves as the director in the Division of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, with affiliations at the University of South Florida as well as several hospitals.

Professional History

Dr. Robinson is considered an expert surgeon, with board certifications in surgery, surgical critical care, and thoracic and cardiac surgery. Before serving in his current director role, Dr. Robinson has worked to impart his skill and expertise on other budding surgeons. He has taught as an associate professor of surgery and pharmacology at the University of Nebraska, as well as serving as their medical center’s Clinical Director of the Clinical Perfusion Science Education Program.

Through his time living and practicing in Florida, Dr. Robinson has also held multiple positions before becoming director. He taught as a professor of surgery at Tampa-based University of South Florida College of Medicine. He also served as the principle thoracic surgical oncologist at his current cancer center. His clinical expertise and compassionate care has helped numerous patients, as well as students as they look to begin their own medical careers.

Clinical Interests and Research

Through his lengthy career, Dr. Robinson has been involved in much clinical research, having published well over 125 medical studies, articles and books. His professional interests are varied, with a main focus on thoracic and cardiovascular surgery techniques. Though he is interested in and treats different conditions, he does specialize in lung conditions in particular.