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Dr. Martijn W.J. Stommel is a leading Dutch surgeon whose research focuses on the safe implementation and optimization of minimally invasive pancreatic surgery, particularly robotic and laparoscopic techniques. His major contributions center on defining learning curves for complex procedures like minimally invasive distal pancreatectomy (MIDP) and robotic pancreatoduodenectomy (RPD), using nationwide data to ensure patient safety during surgical adoption. His work has demonstrated the superiority of MIDP over open surgery through randomized trials and tracked its nationwide uptake following structured training programs. Dr. Stommel has also pioneered the use of biotissue models in randomized controlled trials to isolate the added value of 3D-vision and robotic systems during pancreatic and biliary anastomoses, providing objective evidence for surgical technology adoption. His most cited paper (40 citations) on MIDP learning curves has helped reduce potential patient harm, while his nationwide analyses of over 1,000 robotic pancreatoduodenectomies (6 citations) chart the phases of the learning curve across Dutch centers. With multiple publications in high-impact surgical journals and a growing citation record, Dr. Stommel’s work directly shapes evidence-based implementation of minimally invasive pancreatic surgery, improving outcomes for patients undergoing these challenging procedures.