Terbish Taivankhuu

University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, University of Lübeck

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Total Citations

126

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About

Dr. Terbish Taivankhuu is a leading bariatric surgeon whose research focuses on the application of robotic technology in metabolic and weight-loss surgery. His major contributions center on evaluating the safety, efficacy, and learning curve of robotic-assisted procedures compared to traditional laparoscopic methods. Notably, his 2020 retrospective analysis of 214 laparoscopic and robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass procedures (55 citations) provides critical data justifying the growing use of robotics in bariatrics. Dr. Taivankhuu also addresses the technical challenges of revisional bariatric surgery, arguing in a highly cited 2020 paper (41 citations) that robotic platforms may offer distinct advantages in these complex, high-risk reoperations. To further advance the field, he co-authored a comprehensive step-by-step procedural guide (30 citations) designed to help novice surgeons safely implement robotic bariatric programs. Through this body of work, Dr. Taivankhuu has helped establish evidence-based standards for robotic bariatric surgery, directly influencing clinical practice and training protocols for the next generation of minimally invasive surgeons.