Kinuko Goto
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Kinuko Goto is a pioneering researcher in dental education and patient safety, with a focus on medical emergency preparedness in dental settings. Her most influential work, "Medical emergency education using a robot patient in a dental setting" (2012, 56 citations), introduced a groundbreaking simulation-based training method using a high-fidelity robot patient to replicate emergencies like syncope or anaphylaxis. This innovation addressed a critical gap in dental curricula, where traditional mannequins lacked the realism needed for effective crisis response training. Goto’s contributions have reshaped how dental professionals are trained to handle medically compromised patients, a growing need in aging societies. Her research demonstrates the power of interdisciplinary collaboration, merging robotics and dental education to improve clinical outcomes. Beyond this seminal paper, her work continues to influence simulation standards and emergency protocols in dentistry. Goto’s achievements highlight her as a leader in transforming dental education through technology, making her a key figure for students and researchers interested in medical simulation, patient safety, and innovative pedagogical approaches.
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- 1Medical emergency education using a robot patient in a dental setting56 citations · 2012