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Thomas Klenzner is a pioneering figure in the field of robotic and computer-assisted head and neck surgery, with a particular focus on high-precision interventions in the temporal bone and cochlear implantation. His major contributions lie in developing novel strategies for minimally invasive access to the inner ear, including the use of flexible surgical robots and laser ablation for cochleostomy. Klenzner’s work has advanced the feasibility of nonlinear, robot-guided trajectories, as demonstrated in his 2008 paper on robotic cochlear implantation (51 citations) and his 2019 study on flexible instrument planning (15 citations). He has also explored visual servoing for laser-based bone removal and multiport robotic approaches, with cumulative citations exceeding 100. Notable achievements include his leadership in translating complex surgical planning into clinical practice, as seen in his 2020 retrospective evaluation of optimized preoperative planning. Klenzner’s research bridges engineering and otologic surgery, aiming to enhance safety and precision in procedures that target difficult-to-reach anatomical regions. His ongoing work on intraoperative situation recognition using standards like BPMN and CMMN further underscores his commitment to integrating intelligent process control into the operating room, solidifying his reputation as a key innovator in robotic ENT surgery.