Marcelo Belli
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About
Marcelo Belli is a pioneering head and neck surgeon whose work is reshaping the frontiers of transoral robotic surgery (TORS). His primary research focuses on expanding the applications of robotic platforms—specifically the Versius System—for complex oncologic resections, including the management of rare retropharyngeal metastases from papillary thyroid carcinoma. Belli’s major contribution lies in demonstrating the feasibility and safety of adapting established robotic techniques to novel systems, bridging the gap between pre-clinical training and human application. In his landmark 2024 study, he validated a mannequin-based training model for the Versius System, achieving successful setup configuration and reporting excellent outcomes in the first human case. This work has garnered early attention, with 2 citations, signaling its foundational role in the field. His 2025 investigation into transcervical and transoral approaches for retropharyngeal metastases further underscores his commitment to minimally invasive solutions for challenging anatomical targets. Belli’s achievements include pioneering the clinical translation of the Versius System in TORS, offering a viable alternative to the DaVinci platform, and advancing surgical strategies for rare thyroid cancer presentations. His work promises to expand access to robotic surgery and improve outcomes for patients with head and neck malignancies.
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