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Dr. Diederik M. Somford is a leading urologic oncologist whose research focuses on refining the surgical management and staging of prostate cancer, particularly through the integration of advanced imaging and precision pathology. His major contributions center on improving the accuracy of intraoperative decision-making and post-operative outcomes. Notably, his work on confocal laser microscopy (CLM) for real-time assessment of surgical margins during robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) offers a faster alternative to traditional frozen-section analysis, with 31 citations highlighting its clinical relevance. Dr. Somford has also been instrumental in validating PSMA-PET/CT for primary staging; his head-to-head comparison of 18F-PSMA-1007 PET/CT against multiparametric MRI (20 citations) and his immunohistochemical validation of PSMA-PET for intraprostatic lesions demonstrate his commitment to evidence-based imaging. Additionally, his investigations into extended pelvic lymph node dissection reveal a critical trade-off: while essential for accurate staging, it is an independent risk factor for major complications (7 citations). Through these studies, Dr. Somford bridges the gap between cutting-edge imaging and surgical precision, directly impacting patient counseling and treatment planning in prostate cancer care.