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Federico Tomassini is a leading figure in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, with a focused expertise in advancing minimally invasive techniques for complex liver procedures. His research primarily addresses the technical challenges and standardization of minimally invasive anatomic liver resection (MIALR), a field where he has made significant contributions. Tomassini’s work critically evaluates the transition from traditional open surgery to laparoscopic and robotic approaches, exploring whether these methods represent “open surgery in a closed abdomen” or a distinct evolution with unique constraints. His highly cited 2019 paper on the robotic approach to the liver (48 citations) provides foundational insights into this debate, while his 2021 survey of world experts on MIALR (28 citations) has been instrumental in identifying best practices and promoting procedural standardization. Through these efforts, Tomassini has helped shape the global conversation on safe, effective implementation of minimally invasive liver surgery, impacting surgical training and patient outcomes. His work continues to influence the field, bridging the gap between innovation and clinical application.