Lekshmi Ramalingam

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Lekshmi Ramalingam is a pioneering surgeon whose work has advanced the frontiers of minimally invasive pancreatic surgery. Her primary research focuses on the development and refinement of robotic-assisted techniques for complex hepatobiliary and pancreatic procedures. Ramalingam’s major contribution is her seminal paper on robotic-assisted central pancreatectomy, which demonstrated the feasibility and safety of this challenging operation with a parenchyma-sparing approach. This work, cited 52 times, established a foundational technique that has influenced surgical practice globally, offering patients reduced recovery times and better preservation of pancreatic function. Beyond this landmark study, she has been instrumental in standardizing robotic surgical protocols and training the next generation of surgeons. Her research has consistently shown that robotic assistance can improve precision in delicate dissections, leading to lower complication rates. Ramalingam’s achievements include being a key opinion leader in robotic surgery and a recipient of multiple grants for surgical innovation. Her work continues to shape how surgeons approach pancreatic resections, making her a vital figure in the evolution of minimally invasive surgery.