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Alessio Vincenzo Mariolo is a thoracic surgeon whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for lung cancer, with a particular focus on robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS). His work has fundamentally shaped our understanding of how robotic approaches can improve outcomes for high-risk patient populations, including those with obesity. In a landmark 2019 study, Mariolo demonstrated that robotic-assisted lobectomy in obese patients with non-small-cell lung cancer yields favorable postoperative outcomes, directly challenging conventional surgical wisdom. His 2022 matched analysis, comparing RATS, video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS), and open thoracotomy for stage I NSCLC, provides critical long-term data supporting the oncologic equivalence and potential benefits of robotic approaches. Mariolo’s innovative spirit is further evidenced by his 2018 report on a robotic hybrid approach for a Pancoast tumor in a severely obese patient—a technically demanding procedure rarely attempted robotically. His recent multicenter work on patient safety incidents in lung surgery underscores his commitment to improving perioperative care. With over 57 citations across his most influential papers, Mariolo continues to push the boundaries of thoracic surgery, making complex procedures safer and more accessible.