Francesco Celotto

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Francesco Celotto is a pioneering surgeon-researcher at the forefront of single-port robotic surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive general surgery. His major contributions center on evaluating the clinical utility and learning curves of the da Vinci Single-Port (DVSP) robotic system, a cutting-edge platform that enables three robotic instruments and an articulated scope to operate through a single small incision. Celotto’s most cited work, a 2024 scoping review with 77 citations, provides a comprehensive assessment of DVSP’s current applications and future potential in general surgery, establishing a foundational reference for the field. He has further advanced surgical education by defining the learning curves for DVSP-assisted inguinal hernia repair (8 citations) and cholecystectomy (4 citations), offering critical benchmarks for surgeons adopting this technology. By systematically analyzing operative times and procedural outcomes, Celotto has helped demystify the transition to single-port robotics, reducing barriers to adoption. His work bridges the gap between experimental innovation and clinical practice, making him a key figure in the evolution of robotic surgery. For students and researchers, Celotto’s research exemplifies how rigorous outcome analysis can accelerate the safe integration of novel surgical platforms into routine care.