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G. Montagnini is a leading figure in the advancement of minimally invasive pancreatic surgery, with a primary focus on robotic and laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy. Their major contributions center on rigorously evaluating the clinical and economic outcomes of these techniques, particularly through high-quality, propensity score-matched studies. Montagnini’s most cited work, a 2020 cost-effectiveness and quality-of-life analysis comparing laparoscopic and robotic distal pancreatectomy (67 citations), provides crucial evidence for surgical decision-making. Further, their research on robotic spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy (31 citations) and the innovative use of dual-console systems for surgical training (12 citations) has helped establish best practices and expand the role of robotics in complex pancreatic procedures. Their work demonstrates that robotic approaches can be both safe and cost-effective, while also serving as a valuable teaching tool. Most recently, a 2024 nationwide Italian study (8 citations) has reinforced these findings on a larger scale, solidifying Montagnini’s reputation as a key contributor to evidence-based, minimally invasive pancreatic surgery and its integration into high-volume centers.