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Angela De Palma is a leading thoracic surgeon whose research centers on robotic thymectomy for thymic tumors and its intersection with myasthenia gravis (MG) management. Her major contributions include demonstrating the safety and oncological efficacy of robotic approaches—even for large thymomas—through large-scale, multicenter studies. Her landmark 2024 paper, a nationwide multicenter analysis of robotic thymectomy for thymic neoplasms (14 citations), provides robust evidence supporting minimally invasive surgery as a viable alternative to traditional sternotomy. She has also tackled high-risk populations, such as patients with severe generalized MG (MGFA classes IV–V), investigating whether thymectomy improves outcomes despite elevated postoperative risks. With cumulative citations exceeding 30 across her most-cited works, De Palma’s research has shaped surgical guidelines and expanded access to robotic techniques. Her recent 2025 multicenter study on large thymomas further solidifies her reputation as a pioneer in advancing robotic thoracic surgery. For students and researchers, De Palma’s work exemplifies how rigorous, collaborative clinical research can transform surgical practice and improve patient outcomes in complex oncological and neurological conditions.