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Massimo Sartelli is a leading figure in emergency general surgery, with a particular focus on advancing minimally invasive techniques in acute care settings. His research centers on the integration of laparoscopic and robotic surgery into emergency digestive surgery, an area traditionally dominated by open procedures. Dr. Sartelli’s major contributions include authoring key position papers for the World Society of Emergency Surgery (WSES), which have shaped clinical protocols worldwide. His most cited work, the 2021 WSES position paper on robotic surgery in emergency settings (136 citations), provides a groundbreaking framework for applying the most advanced minimally invasive technology to urgent surgical care. He further addresses the critical need for structured training with his 2023 paper on a training curriculum in minimally invasive emergency digestive surgery (24 citations), outlining the learning curve necessary for safe adoption. Through these influential guidelines, Dr. Sartelli has been instrumental in demonstrating that robotic and laparoscopic approaches can be effectively and safely utilized in emergency scenarios, challenging long-held conventions and improving patient outcomes. His work continues to drive the evolution of surgical practice, bridging the gap between elective innovation and acute care necessity.