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Alexei Wedmid is a pioneering urologic surgeon and researcher whose work has significantly advanced the field of robotic surgery, particularly in the context of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). His research focuses on improving surgical outcomes, reducing complications, and enhancing the technological capabilities of robotic systems. Wedmid’s most-cited paper, “Future perspectives in robotic surgery” (73 citations), provides a forward-looking analysis of how robotic technology has evolved from a viable option to the gold standard for several indications. He has made critical contributions to patient safety, notably in “Rectal Injury During Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy: Incidence and Management” (67 citations), which addresses a rare but serious complication and highlights the need for better reporting standards. Wedmid is also at the forefront of surgical innovation, developing the “Bladder Neck Plication Stitch” (31 citations), a novel technique to improve urinary continence recovery after RARP. His work on haptic feedback systems (56 citations) explores integrating tactile sensations into robotic platforms, aiming to bridge the gap between surgeon perception and objective outcomes—a theme he further examines in “Surgeon perception is not a good predictor of peri-operative outcomes” (11 citations). With over 230 combined citations, Wedmid’s research continues to shape safer, more effective robotic surgical practices.