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Maurizio Marcacci is a pioneering figure in computer-assisted and robot-assisted orthopedic surgery, whose career has been defined by his quest to bring precision engineering into the operating room. Working at the intersection of medical imaging, robotics, and orthopedic surgery, Marcacci has made foundational contributions to the development of computer-assisted total knee arthroplasty (TKA), helping transform how surgeons plan and execute complex joint replacement procedures. As early as 1991, Marcacci was establishing dedicated laboratory infrastructure for computer-assisted orthopedic surgery, integrating graphic workstations with medical imaging to guide surgical planning. His subsequent work throughout the 1990s and early 2000s produced influential methods for minimally invasive 3D data registration, robotic bone milling tools, and fully integrated robot-surgeon collaborative systems for TKA — research that collectively attracted over 170 citations. His 2000 analysis of computer- and robot-assisted knee replacement remains among his most recognized contributions, demonstrating improved surgical accuracy and reproducibility. Marcacci's legacy lies in demonstrating that robotics could be practically and safely applied to invasive orthopedic procedures, laying conceptual and technical groundwork that continues to influence modern surgical robotics platforms used in operating rooms worldwide.