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David Earle is a leading figure in robotic surgery and surgical education, with a career dedicated to advancing minimally invasive techniques and standardizing training. His work centers on the safe integration of robotic systems into general surgery, particularly for complex hernia repairs. Earle’s major contributions include pioneering the development of proficiency-based progression (PBP) training models, as evidenced by his highly cited 2019 paper on utilizing the Delphi process to create a train-the-trainer course for robotic surgery (105 citations). This work has helped establish a global standard for how surgeons acquire and assess robotic skills. He also co-authored the seminal 2007 SAGES-MIRA consensus document on robotic surgery, which laid foundational guidelines for the field. In clinical practice, Earle has advanced robotic-assisted laparoscopic ventral hernia repair, demonstrating improved patient outcomes. His recent efforts focus on objective, procedure-specific safety assessments for inguinal hernia repair, reflecting his commitment to measurable, evidence-based surgical quality. With over 130 citations across his key publications, Earle’s impact is seen in both the operating room and the simulation lab, shaping how the next generation of surgeons learns and performs robotic procedures safely.