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Dr. Marijan Koprivanac is a leading figure in robotic cardiothoracic and bariatric surgery, renowned for rigorously evaluating the clinical and economic value of robotic platforms. His research primarily focuses on mitral valve repair and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, where he has systematically compared robotic techniques against standard laparoscopic and open approaches. Dr. Koprivanac’s landmark 2018 study (77 citations) demonstrated that totally robotic gastric bypass offers significant outcome advantages over traditional laparoscopic methods, helping to establish robotic bariatric surgery as a viable, high-value option. In the cardiac realm, his 2014 work (69 citations) critically assessed the cost-effectiveness of robotic mitral valve surgery, identifying conditions where the technology’s benefits justify its higher expense. His 2017 study (33 citations) further advanced the field by mapping the learning curve for robotic mitral valve repair, providing essential benchmarks for surgeons adopting this complex technique. Through these contributions, Dr. Koprivanac has shaped evidence-based adoption of robotics, balancing technical innovation with practical outcomes and cost considerations.