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Leif Haendler is a leading European urologic surgeon and researcher whose work has fundamentally advanced the understanding of oncologic outcomes following robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). His research centers on the critical interplay between surgical technique and cancer control, with a particular focus on the prognostic significance of positive surgical margins. In his landmark study on biochemical recurrence (BCR) after RARP, cited over 100 times, Haendler established long-term outcomes for a European single-center cohort with a minimum five-year follow-up, providing essential benchmarks for the field. He further refined this work by demonstrating that both the length and location of positive margins are independent predictors of BCR, a finding that has directly influenced surgical planning and patient counseling. Beyond margin analysis, Haendler has explored the understudied phenomenon of painful orgasm after prostatectomy, contributing to a more holistic understanding of post-treatment quality of life. His collaborative efforts extend to robot-assisted radical cystectomy with totally intracorporeal urinary diversion, showcasing his versatility in minimally invasive urologic oncology. With over 200 cumulative citations, Haendler’s research continues to shape evidence-based practice in robotic urologic surgery.