Stephanie Smits

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Stephanie Smits is a researcher advancing the frontier of medical simulation and robotic endoscopy, with a focused expertise in training methodologies for next-generation gastrointestinal procedures. Her most cited work, "Assessment of technical parameters and skills training to inform a simulation-based training program for semi-automated robotic colonoscopy" (2019), has garnered 2 citations and lays critical groundwork for integrating robotic systems into clinical practice. In this study, Smits systematically evaluated training characteristics and operator acceptability of a novel robotic colonoscope, addressing key limitations of traditional video-colonoscopy such as patient discomfort and procedural risks. By identifying essential technical parameters and skill requirements, she has helped define the foundational framework for simulation-based curricula that could accelerate adoption of semi-automated technologies. Her contributions are particularly notable for bridging the gap between engineering innovation and clinical training, ensuring that new robotic tools are paired with evidence-based educational programs. Smits’ work holds significant potential to improve patient outcomes and expand access to minimally invasive diagnostics, marking her as a thoughtful contributor to the future of endoscopic care.