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Angela Riga is a prominent figure in the field of robotic surgery, with a primary focus on advancing the safety and training standards of minimally invasive procedures. Her major contributions center on the systematic evaluation of robotic cholecystectomy as a foundational training operation, particularly through her landmark study "Safety of robotic cholecystectomy as index training procedure: the UK experience" (2024), which has garnered significant attention with 6 citations. This work provides critical evidence that robotic cholecystectomy can be safely performed by trainees, establishing it as a viable index procedure for surgical education. Riga’s research has direct implications for surgical curriculum design, helping to shape how future surgeons are trained in robotic techniques while maintaining patient safety. Her impact is further underscored by her role in the UK’s national robotic surgery initiatives, where she has contributed to standardized protocols and outcome reporting. By bridging the gap between innovation and education, Riga has become a key voice in the safe integration of robotics into general surgery, making her work essential reading for trainees and educators alike.