In this interview, Robert Martindale, MD, PhD, sheds light on the benefits of immunonutrition and SPMs in patient recovery post-surgery. He highlights how these nutritional strategies help modulate the immune response and improve outcomes for surgical and critical care patients. Dr. Martindale addresses the challenges of integrating such approaches into patient care. He also explores how nutritional interventions can influence metabolic balance and accelerate recovery, expressing enthusiasm for ongoing research in this field.
Robert Martindale, MD, PhD, is a Professor of Surgery and Chief of the Division of Gastrointestinal and General Surgery at Oregon Health and Science University.