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Dr. Ellen Van Eetvelde is a pioneering colorectal surgeon whose research is reshaping the landscape of minimally invasive digestive surgery. Her primary focus lies in advancing robotic and laparoscopic techniques for colon and rectal cancer, with a particular emphasis on optimizing anastomotic methods and surgical safety. Dr. Van Eetvelde’s most impactful work includes the landmark MIRCAST study (42 citations), which compared intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomosis in right colectomy, providing crucial evidence for best practices. She has also been instrumental in developing structured training curricula for emergency minimally invasive surgery, as outlined in her 2022 WSES position paper (24 citations). Her innovative contributions extend to the safe implementation of robotic right colectomy and the novel application of robotic-assisted repair for perineal hernia. Notably, Dr. Van Eetvelde is at the forefront of surgical technology, having developed a pioneering real-time anonymization algorithm for privacy-proof live surgery streaming—a breakthrough that promises to revolutionize surgical education and research. Her recent multicenter analyses on robotic complete mesocolic excision and local recurrence after total mesorectal excision further underscore her commitment to improving oncological outcomes. With a growing citation impact and a portfolio that bridges clinical excellence with technological innovation, Dr. Van Eetvelde is a leading voice in the future of colorectal surgery.