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Dr. PC Cheow is a pioneering hepatobiliary and pancreatic (HPB) surgeon based in Singapore, whose work has been instrumental in advancing robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery in the region. His research focuses on the application of robotic platforms for complex HPB procedures, including distal pancreatectomy and hepatectomy. Dr. Cheow’s major contributions include demonstrating the feasibility and safety of robotic spleen-saving, vessel-preserving distal pancreatectomy, as well as robotic hepatectomy, in a Southeast Asian context. His early experience with 20 consecutive patients undergoing robot-assisted laparoscopic HPB surgery provided critical evidence that these technically demanding operations could be performed with acceptable outcomes, helping to pave the way for broader adoption in Singapore. With his most-cited papers accumulating over 58 citations, Dr. Cheow’s work has directly influenced clinical practice by showing that robotic surgery can overcome the technical limitations of traditional laparoscopy in HPB cases. His reports from Singapore General Hospital remain foundational references for surgeons seeking to implement robotic HPB programs, marking him as a key figure in the regional evolution of minimally invasive surgical oncology.