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Dr. Hong Mei is a pioneering pediatric surgeon whose research focuses on expanding the frontiers of robotic-assisted surgery for children. Her major contributions lie in demonstrating the feasibility and safety of minimally invasive robotic techniques for complex pediatric conditions, including solid tumor resections and pancreatic duct stone management. While robotic surgery is well-established in adults, Dr. Mei’s work addresses the unique technical challenges and high costs that have limited its adoption in pediatric populations. Her most cited paper, "Robotic-assisted surgery in the pediatric surgeons’ world: Current situation and future prospectives" (2023, 51 citations), provides a critical overview of the field’s barriers and potential. She has also published influential case series, such as her single-institution study on robotic resection of pediatric solid tumors (2022, 6 citations) and a report on robotic lateral pancreaticojejunostomy for children (2021, 6 citations). Through these efforts, Dr. Mei is helping to pave the way for safer, less invasive surgical options for young patients, establishing herself as a key voice in the advancement of pediatric robotic surgery.