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About
Simone Augustinus is a leading surgical researcher whose work focuses on advancing minimally invasive pancreatic surgery, particularly robotic and laparoscopic approaches to complex procedures like pancreatoduodenectomy and distal pancreatectomy. Her major contributions include defining the learning curves for robotic pancreatoduodenectomy (RPD), demonstrating that a structured multicenter training program can achieve proficiency and mastery after approximately 635 procedures (62 citations). She has also led transatlantic analyses comparing the selection and outcomes of minimally invasive versus open pancreatic surgery across North America and Europe, revealing significant international variations in practice and patient outcomes. Her work on the "Ideal Outcome" composite measure for left pancreatectomy (5 citations) provides a standardized benchmark for surgical quality across continents. With multiple high-impact publications in leading surgical journals, Augustinus is shaping global standards for training, outcome assessment, and evidence-based adoption of minimally invasive pancreatic surgery. Her research is essential reading for surgeons and trainees seeking to understand the safe implementation and international disparities in modern pancreatic surgery.
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