Stefanie Pfisterer‐Heise

Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane

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Stefanie Pfisterer-Heise is a leading voice in the ethics of surgical technology, with a primary focus on the ethical implications of robot-assisted surgery and automation in healthcare. Her most-cited work, "The ethical landscape of robot-assisted surgery: a systematic review" (2025, 18 citations), systematically maps the underexplored ethical terrain of robotic systems operating on vulnerable patients, highlighting issues of autonomy, accountability, and informed consent as automation increases. This contribution is pivotal for guiding responsible innovation and clinical practice. Beyond this, her research addresses broader questions of trust, transparency, and the human-machine relationship in medical contexts. With growing citation impact, Pfisterer-Heise is establishing herself as a critical thinker at the intersection of bioethics and surgical robotics, shaping how the field navigates the moral challenges of next-generation healthcare technologies.