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Dr. Juan Santiago Azagra is a pioneering figure in robotic and minimally invasive digestive surgery, whose work has fundamentally shaped global standards for complex oncologic procedures. His primary research areas focus on robotic-assisted pancreatic, esophageal, and gastric surgery, with a particular emphasis on standardizing techniques to improve patient outcomes. Dr. Azagra’s most impactful contribution is his leadership in developing the Brescia Internationally Validated European Guidelines on Minimally Invasive Pancreatic Surgery (EGUMIPS), a landmark work with 117 citations that provides evidence-based consensus for laparoscopic and robotic pancreatic resections. He has also driven the creation of comprehensive reviews on robotic esophagectomy and gastrectomy through international working groups like TROGSS and EFISDS, systematically evaluating postoperative morbidity and oncologic efficacy. His technical innovations include the "Real robotic total mesopancreas excision (TMpE) assisted by hanging manoeuver," a standardized technique for pancreaticoduodenectomy that enhances R0 resection rates. With a publication record spanning pancreaticobiliary maljunction, metabolic bariatric surgery, and inguinal hernia repair, Dr. Azagra’s work consistently bridges the gap between surgical innovation and reproducible, safe practice. His efforts have not only advanced robotic surgery but have also provided a roadmap for surgeons transitioning from laparoscopic to robotic platforms, cementing his role as a key opinion leader in the field.