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Dr. Thomas Herrmann is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for complex urological conditions, particularly those involving the prostate and kidney. His major contributions lie in refining and comparing surgical approaches for large-volume prostates, where he has systematically evaluated open, endoscopic, and robotic methods. His 2018 matched-pair analysis and 2022 meta-analysis comparing robot-assisted simple prostatectomy (RASP) to endoscopic enucleation of the prostate (EEP) are pivotal, providing clarity on outcomes for these competing techniques. Dr. Herrmann also made significant strides in nephron-sparing surgery, as evidenced by his highly cited 2013 multi-institutional study on laparoendoscopic single-site partial nephrectomy (52 citations). Beyond surgical technique, he has shaped clinical practice with work on the clinical significance of residual kidney stones (42 citations) and has pioneered the use of handheld point-of-care ultrasound for prostate evaluation. Demonstrating a forward-looking commitment to planetary health, his 2025 systematic review on environmental sustainability in urology (11 citations) marks him as a leader in greening surgical practice. With over 200 citations across his most influential works, Dr. Herrmann’s research consistently bridges technical innovation, clinical outcomes, and global health responsibility.