Mazen Iskandar

Baylor Scott and White Hillcrest Medical Center

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Dr. Mazen Iskandar is a leading figure in minimally invasive and robotic pancreatic surgery, with a clinical focus on advancing surgical techniques for complex hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases. His major contribution lies in critically evaluating the integration of robotic technology into pancreatic surgery, emphasizing that technical innovation must be balanced with sound clinical judgment and experience. His most cited work, a 2013 study on robotic pancreatic surgery, reports an initial experience of 12 distal pancreatic resections for benign tumors, highlighting the importance of prior laparoscopic expertise and cautioning that robotic platforms are not a substitute for surgical acumen. With over 16 citations, this paper has influenced the safe adoption of robotic approaches in high-volume pancreatic centers. Dr. Iskandar also contributes to bariatric surgery education, as seen in his 2024 work detailing the indications and technique for Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. His research underscores a commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and the responsible advancement of surgical technology—a vital perspective for trainees and researchers navigating the evolving landscape of minimally invasive surgery.