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Garrett Friedman is a pioneering colorectal surgeon whose research centers on expanding the role of robotic surgery into acute and minimally invasive settings. His major contributions demonstrate that robotic platforms can be safely and effectively applied to urgent colorectal procedures—such as managing anastomotic leaks and perforated diverticulitis—areas traditionally dominated by open or laparoscopic techniques. Friedman’s work on robotic transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS) is particularly notable; he has shown that the da Vinci Single-Port system reduces the technical challenges of accessing rectal lesions, enabling more complex resections with improved precision. His 2021 paper on robotics for acute care in colorectal surgery (6 citations) and his 2023 study on robotic TAMIS for rectal polyps (5 citations) are among his most cited, reflecting growing interest in his innovations. More recently, his 2025 case series on combining the single-port platform with a novel access port addresses a key limitation in distal rectal surgery, further advancing the field. Friedman’s work is helping to redefine the boundaries of robotic colorectal surgery, making it a viable option for both elective and emergency care.