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Dr. Peter Hertz is a leading researcher in surgical education, with a focus on the integration of robotic-assisted surgery into clinical training. His work centers on developing structured, competency-based curricula for both surgeons and operating room nurses, addressing the critical need for standardized training in advanced minimally invasive procedures. Hertz’s major contributions include the use of Delphi studies to identify essential curriculum content for cross-specialty robotic training and for the specific training of OR nurses, ensuring that all team members are prepared for the unique demands of robotic surgery. His systematic reviews on skill transfer between laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgery, as well as training methods for colorectal procedures, provide foundational evidence for educational best practices. With over 60 citations across his most-cited works, his research has significant impact. Notably, Hertz is pioneering the use of 3D printing and medical imaging to develop realistic phantoms for simulating complex procedures like robotic-assisted complete mesocolic excision, directly addressing the challenge of anatomical variability in surgical training.