M. P. Simons

OLVG

Papers

2

Total Citations

41

H-Index

2

About

Dr. M. P. Simons is a leading authority in abdominal wall surgery, with a focused expertise in the safe integration of robotic platforms for hernia repair. His work is pivotal in defining the educational and training standards necessary for surgeons to adopt advanced technologies without compromising patient safety. Dr. Simons’ major contributions include co-authoring the definitive European Hernia Society description of the current training pathway for robotic abdominal wall surgery, a paper that has garnered 33 citations and serves as a critical guide for institutions worldwide. He further advanced the field by helping establish the Certified Fellowship in Abdominal Wall Surgery, a landmark collaboration between the UEMS and the European Hernia Society. This initiative, cited 8 times, formalizes a comprehensive curriculum that ensures surgeons master a tailored approach combining laparoendoscopic, robotic, and open techniques. Through these efforts, Dr. Simons is shaping the future of surgical education, directly impacting how complex abdominal wall procedures are taught and performed globally.

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Key Achievements

2
H-Index
2
Papers
41
Total Citations
21
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Description of the Current Da Vinci® Training Pathway for Robotic Abdominal Wall Surgery by the European Hernia Society
33 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 13
🏛 Institutions: OLVG

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