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Adam Hasasneh is a leading researcher in the field of robotic-assisted surgery (RAS), with a particular focus on surgical communication, team dynamics, and competency assessment. His work critically examines the non-technical skills that underpin successful surgical outcomes, moving beyond pure technical proficiency to explore how surgeons and their teams interact in the high-stakes environment of the operating room. Hasasneh’s major contributions include pioneering studies on the variability of communication taxonomy during RAS, revealing that surgeons and bedside assistants often do not “speak the same language,” a finding with direct implications for patient safety and training. He also developed and validated the Robotic Anastomosis Competency Evaluation (RACE) tool, a structured assessment for urethrovesical anastomosis that objectively tracks trainee progress. His work on the correlation between surgeon non-technical skills and teamwork-related outcomes has further highlighted the importance of interpersonal dynamics in surgical performance. With his most-cited papers accumulating over 47 citations, Hasasneh’s research is shaping how surgical educators and practitioners understand and improve team performance in robotic surgery, making him a key voice in the evolution of modern surgical practice.