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Dr. M. Pilar Laguna is a leading authority in urological surgical education and minimally invasive techniques, whose work has fundamentally shaped how surgeons are trained in complex procedures. Her research focuses on the critical analysis of training methodologies for percutaneous nephrolithotomy, ureteroscopy, and laparoscopy, systematically defining learning curves and establishing evidence-based benchmarks for competency. Her landmark 2008 review on training in percutaneous nephrolithotomy, cited over 220 times, remains a cornerstone reference for residency programs worldwide. Dr. Laguna’s influential pan-European survey of urology residents exposed significant gaps in laparoscopic training, driving curricular reforms across the continent. She has also advanced the field of benign prostatic hyperplasia management, authoring a key systematic review on robotic-assisted simple prostatectomy for large glands. With over 400 cumulative citations on her most impactful papers, Dr. Laguna’s work bridges the gap between surgical innovation and safe, effective education, ensuring that the next generation of urologists is equipped to deliver high-quality, minimally invasive care.