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Dr. Ricardo Brandina is a pioneering urologic surgeon and researcher whose work has significantly advanced the fields of minimally invasive and robotic surgery. His primary research areas include laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) surgery, robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy, and robotic partial nephrectomy. Dr. Brandina’s most influential contribution is his landmark study, "Laparoendoscopic Single-site Surgery: Initial Hundred Patients" (2009), which has garnered over 300 citations and established the feasibility and safety of LESS for complex urologic procedures. This work, along with his comparative analysis of LESS versus standard laparoscopic pyeloplasty (52 citations), has helped shape modern reconstructive urology. He also made notable contributions to oncologic surgery, including a detailed technique for robotic and laparoscopic high extended pelvic lymph node dissection during radical cystectomy (61 citations) and a critical appraisal of robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy. His research consistently demonstrates improved perioperative outcomes and functional recovery, influencing surgical standards worldwide. Dr. Brandina’s work is essential reading for surgeons and trainees interested in the evolution of scarless surgery and robotic urology, reflecting a career dedicated to innovation and evidence-based practice.