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Dr. Barbara Frezza is a leading figure in the advancement of minimally invasive surgical oncology, with a particular focus on expanding the benefits of robotic surgery to elderly and vulnerable patient populations. Her research centers on the feasibility and safety of robot-assisted techniques in oncologic and general surgery, challenging traditional age-related barriers to complex procedures. Dr. Frezza’s most impactful work includes a seminal 2016 study on robot-assisted surgery in elderly and very elderly populations, which has garnered 79 citations and established a critical framework for geriatric surgical care. She has further advanced the field through a 2021 multicenter analysis of robotic and laparoscopic approaches for gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs), demonstrating the efficacy of wedge resections with 47 citations. Additionally, her 2020 propensity score-matched analysis comparing robotic versus open gastric surgery in the elderly (24 citations) provides robust evidence for the advantages of robotic techniques in this demographic. Through these contributions, Dr. Frezza has not only validated robotic surgery as a safe option for older adults but has also helped define best practices for treating gastric cancer and GISTs in a multidisciplinary setting, solidifying her reputation as a pioneer in geriatric surgical oncology.