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Antonio Pea is a leading figure in pancreatic surgery, with a career dedicated to advancing minimally invasive techniques and improving surgical ergonomics. His primary research focuses on refining operative strategies for complex pancreatic procedures, particularly distal pancreatectomy and pancreatic enucleation. Pea’s major contributions include pioneering the endoscopic placement of pancreatic stents for “deep” enucleations, a technique detailed in his highly cited 2020 work (54 citations) that has enhanced safety in challenging resections. He has also shaped the field through his extensive experience, co-authoring a landmark 20-year analysis of 401 consecutive minimally invasive distal pancreatectomies (12 citations), which provided critical insights into learning curves and long-term outcomes. Most recently, Pea has spearheaded the DP-ROM trial (2025), an innovative prospective study that quantitatively compares ergonomic stress and mental workload between laparoscopic and robot-assisted distal pancreatectomy, addressing a crucial yet underexplored aspect of surgical practice. His work not only advances patient care but also prioritizes surgeon well-being, marking him as a thoughtful innovator whose research bridges technical excellence with human factors in the operating room.