Stig Ramel

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Stig Ramel is a pioneering figure in surgical simulation and robotic surgery training. His research focuses on the validation and development of training platforms for minimally invasive procedures, particularly using the da Vinci® surgical system. Ramel’s most notable contribution is his groundbreaking work demonstrating that the ProMIS™ simulator can effectively serve as a training tool for the da Vinci system, establishing construct validity in a highly cited 2010 study (28 citations). This work has been instrumental in shaping how surgeons acquire robotic surgical skills, bridging the gap between simulation and real-world operative performance. By proving that the ProMIS platform could accurately distinguish between novice and expert surgeons, Ramel provided critical evidence supporting the integration of simulation-based training into surgical curricula. His research has had a lasting impact on the field of surgical education, helping to standardize training protocols and improve patient safety. Ramel’s work remains a foundational reference for researchers and educators developing next-generation robotic surgery simulators.