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Henrik Petrowsky is a leading figure in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, whose work is redefining the standards of care for complex liver and pancreatic malignancies. His research centers on the safety and oncologic efficacy of minimally invasive techniques, particularly robotic surgery, and the development of objective benchmarks for surgical outcomes. Petrowsky’s most impactful contribution is a landmark 2022 study comparing robotic versus open liver resection for hepatocellular carcinoma, which garnered 138 citations and provided critical long-term oncologic data in a fiercely debated field. He has also established novel benchmark values for open major anatomic hepatectomy, offering essential reference points for quality assessment across surgical centers. His work extends to multimodal strategies for colorectal liver metastases and the refinement of robotic distal pancreatectomy, where he has helped define best achievable outcomes. Notably, Petrowsky has pioneered the full robotic approach to the ALPPS procedure, a demanding two-stage hepatectomy for initially unresectable tumors, demonstrating its feasibility and perioperative safety. Through these contributions, Petrowsky is not only advancing surgical technique but also providing the evidence base needed to guide clinical decision-making in high-stakes oncologic surgery.