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Periklis Perikleous is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose research is reshaping the landscape of minimally invasive lung surgery, with a sharp focus on robotic-assisted techniques and advanced emphysema management. His work critically evaluates the evolving role of robotics in lung cancer treatment, most notably in his 2023 paper "Thoracoscopic surgery in lung cancer: the rise of the robot," which has already garnered 3 citations and signals a growing interest in robotic approaches. Perikleous has made a major contribution by directly challenging clinical assumptions about treatment choices for emphysema. In a 2024 study, he conducted a rigorous retrospective analysis comparing bronchoscopic lung volume reduction (EBLVR) against robotic-assisted lung volume reduction surgery, testing the hypothesis that EBLVR should be the default due to lower resource use. His findings provide crucial, evidence-based guidance for clinicians facing this decision. Beyond clinical outcomes, Perikleous is committed to advancing surgical education; his 2024 paper on the initial outcomes of a robotic thoracic fellowship programme demonstrates that such training is both feasible and safe, paving the way for the next generation of robotic surgeons. With his work accumulating citations and driving practice change, Perikleous stands at the forefront of integrating innovation, patient care, and surgical training.