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Dr. Kim C. Wagner is a leading surgical researcher whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive and navigated techniques in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery. A key contribution is the development and international validation of the distal pancreatectomy fistula risk score (D-FRS), a critical tool for predicting postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF)—the most severe complication following distal pancreatectomy. This externally validated risk score, published in 2025, enables surgeons to stratify patient risk preoperatively, improving surgical planning and outcomes. Dr. Wagner also pioneered work in navigated liver surgery, as demonstrated by the 2018 publication "Navigierte Leberchirurgie," which has garnered 13 citations and underscores a commitment to precision surgery. With a growing citation impact and a focus on evidence-based risk stratification, Dr. Wagner’s research directly enhances patient safety and surgical decision-making. This work not only advances clinical practice but also provides a robust framework for future studies in pancreatic and hepatic surgery, marking Dr. Wagner as an influential figure in modern surgical innovation.