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Alexandre Teruya is a leading anesthesiologist and researcher whose work focuses on the intersection of robotic surgery, ventilatory management, and postoperative pulmonary outcomes. His major contributions center on understanding how the unique physiological demands of robotic-assisted abdominal surgery—particularly pneumoperitoneum and extreme patient positioning—affect respiratory mechanics and patient recovery. Teruya spearheaded the landmark international AVATaR study, which provided crucial observational data on ventilatory practices during robotic procedures and their link to postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs). His most cited work, a 2020 multicenter study with 29 citations, demonstrated that patients undergoing robotic-assisted surgery face a higher risk of PPCs compared to those having conventional laparoscopy, a finding that has shaped perioperative care protocols. In a 2025 follow-up study (11 citations), he further quantified this risk, solidifying his reputation as a key voice in robotic anesthesia safety. Beyond abdominal surgery, Teruya has also advanced robotic cardiac surgery in Brazil, reporting on early outcomes from the first Latin American robotic program. His research is essential reading for clinicians seeking to optimize ventilation strategies and reduce complications in the rapidly expanding field of robotic surgery.