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Dr. Eylon Lahat is a pioneering surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, with a particular focus on comparing robotic and laparoscopic techniques. His major contributions include conducting the first meta-analysis comparing robotic versus laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy, a landmark study with 102 citations that established a foundation for evidence-based surgical decision-making. Dr. Lahat has also led pivotal propensity score-matched studies demonstrating that robotic-assisted liver resection for malignancies achieves comparable short- and long-term outcomes to laparoscopic approaches, while offering unique ergonomic advantages. His research on the extracorporeal Pringle maneuver during minimally invasive hepatectomy, cited 28 times, provides detailed technical guidance for safer liver surgery. Notably, his work on single-incision robotic cholecystectomy, though revealing a higher rate of trocar-site infections, highlights his commitment to critically evaluating emerging technologies. With over 271 citations across his most-cited papers, Dr. Lahat’s rigorous comparative analyses have helped define the role of robotics in hepatobiliary surgery, balancing innovation with patient safety and cost-effectiveness. His studies are essential reading for surgeons and researchers navigating the evolving landscape of minimally invasive surgery.