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Ihsan Inan is a pioneer in robotic digestive and hernia surgery, whose work has fundamentally shaped how surgeons adopt and evaluate the da Vinci surgical system. His research focuses on the practical implementation of robotic technology, from initial setup and docking times to the cognitive and dexterity skills required for proficiency. In his landmark 2010 study (75 citations), he prospectively analyzed da Vinci setup and docking, demonstrating that these tasks could be accomplished within acceptable timeframes, directly challenging assumptions about prolonged operating times. His 2009 investigation (39 citations) uniquely explored how IQ, computer-gaming skills, and laparoscopic experience impact robotic performance, providing critical insights for training curricula. Inan has also been at the forefront of advancing single-incision and transvaginal robotic surgery, publishing early experiences with intersecting robotic arms (2010, 25 citations) and a transdisciplinary review of robotic laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (2012, 20 citations). More recently, his 2024 cohort study of 395 cases demonstrated a reduced risk of recurrence with robotic-assisted TAPP inguinal hernia repair compared to laparoscopic TAPP, and his 2025 work has been instrumental in implementing European Hernia Society guidelines for robotic abdominal wall surgery within UK centres. With over 200 cumulative citations, Inan’s contributions continue to drive evidence-based adoption and refinement of robotic techniques in digestive and hernia surgery.