Mick van Trotsenburg

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Dr. Mick van Trotsenburg is a pioneering surgeon whose work has fundamentally advanced gender-affirming surgical care, particularly for transgender men. His primary research focuses on developing and refining minimally invasive techniques for complex procedures in transgender medicine. Dr. van Trotsenburg’s major contribution is the introduction and validation of robot-assisted laparoscopic colpectomy, a procedure that removes the vaginal canal to alleviate gender dysphoria and facilitate subsequent phalloplasty. His landmark 2016 prospective cohort study, which has garnered 59 citations, established the safety and efficacy of this technique, detailing superior outcomes with reduced morbidity compared to traditional open surgery. This work has become a cornerstone in the field, directly influencing surgical protocols worldwide. Beyond this, his broader research portfolio encompasses hysterectomy and other gender-affirming surgeries, consistently emphasizing patient-centered outcomes and evidence-based innovation. Dr. van Trotsenburg’s dedication to improving surgical standards and quality of life for transgender individuals marks him as a transformative figure in reconstructive urology and transgender healthcare.