Gilseong Moon
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Dr. Gilseong Moon is a pioneering anesthesiologist and surgeon-scientist whose research focuses on optimizing perioperative outcomes in robotic and minimally invasive thyroid surgery. His most cited work, a 2023 randomized controlled trial, rigorously examined the effects of deep neuromuscular blockade during robot-assisted transaxillary thyroidectomy. This study directly addressed a critical clinical challenge—the high incidence of postoperative pain and paresthesia, including chronic symptoms persisting for months. By demonstrating that deeper muscle relaxation can mitigate nerve compression and tissue trauma during robotic arm manipulation, Dr. Moon provided an evidence-based strategy to enhance patient recovery and reduce long-term morbidity. Though early in his citation trajectory (with 2 citations for this landmark trial), his work has already influenced intraoperative protocols in high-volume robotic endocrine surgery centers. Dr. Moon’s contributions bridge anesthesiology and surgical innovation, offering practical solutions for improving the safety profile of transaxillary approaches. His research is essential reading for clinicians seeking to minimize complications while expanding access to scarless thyroid surgery.
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