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Wilhelm Pfleging is a pioneering figure in medical engineering, with a career-long focus on advancing minimally-invasive surgery (MIS). His major contributions center on the development of novel instruments, robotic devices, and refined surgical techniques that have significantly improved the precision and safety of MIS procedures. As a key leader in the medical engineering program at Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe, Pfleging spearheaded efforts to translate engineering innovations into clinical practice, producing a body of work that has garnered hundreds of citations and shaped the trajectory of modern surgical technology. His foundational 2000 paper outlining the program’s comprehensive research activities remains a touchstone for researchers in the field. Beyond his technical achievements, Pfleging is recognized for fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between engineers and surgeons, a hallmark of his lasting impact. For students and researchers, his career exemplifies how rigorous engineering can directly transform patient care, making him a respected authority in the evolution of minimally-invasive surgical instrumentation and robotics.