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Hamdy Awad is a prominent anesthesiologist and perioperative medicine researcher whose work has significantly advanced the understanding of physiological complications associated with robotic surgery. His research focuses primarily on the anesthetic and ophthalmologic consequences of steep Trendelenburg positioning — a non-physiologic surgical posture required in robotic prostatectomy and hysterectomy — as well as broader considerations in robotic surgical care. Awad's most influential contribution, his 2009 study quantifying intraocular pressure (IOP) elevations during robotic radical prostatectomy, has amassed over 230 citations and is considered a foundational reference in the field. This work prompted critical clinical conversations about patient safety, particularly for those with pre-existing glaucoma, a concern he further explored in subsequent studies examining both structural and functional ocular outcomes over time. His 2012 literature review on anesthetic considerations for robotic prostatectomy (88 citations) has become an essential resource for practitioners navigating this evolving surgical landscape. Beyond ophthalmologic safety, Awad has contributed to robotic cardiac surgery and documented rare but serious complications such as tension pneumothorax. His career reflects a consistent commitment to identifying and mitigating the hidden risks of technologically advanced surgical procedures, making his work essential reading for anesthesiologists and surgical teams worldwide.