Jan H. Wijsman
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About
Jan H. Wijsman is a leading surgical researcher advancing the field of minimally invasive pancreatic and colorectal surgery, with a particular focus on the safe, structured implementation of robotic techniques. His most impactful work centers on robotic pancreatoduodenectomy (RPD), where he has been instrumental in demonstrating the feasibility and safety of multicenter training programs, as evidenced by his highly cited 2021 study (118 citations) and subsequent work analyzing learning curves across 635 procedures (62 citations). Wijsman’s research provides critical evidence for the IDEAL framework, showing that structured training can flatten the notoriously steep learning curve for RPD and improve patient outcomes nationwide. He has also contributed to robotic colorectal surgery, including the resection of T4b tumors and selective flexure mobilization. Notably, his 2025 studies introduce innovative video-based grading of surgical performance, using OSATS to predict bile leaks and identify learning curves for specific anastomotic steps. With cumulative citations exceeding 260, Wijsman’s work is shaping how complex robotic procedures are taught, evaluated, and safely disseminated, making him a key figure in the evidence-based adoption of surgical innovation.
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