Ty Higuchi

University of Colorado Denver, Mayo Clinic, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

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Dr. Ty Higuchi is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on complex ureteral reconstruction, robotic surgery, and gender-affirming procedures. His most impactful contribution is a landmark 2021 study on ileal ureteral replacement for complex ureteral strictures, reporting a 16-year single-institution experience that has garnered 33 citations and established a benchmark for managing long, obliterative, and radiated strictures. Dr. Higuchi also contributed foundational knowledge to robotic surgery through his 2011 work on da Vinci® system instrumentation and operating room setup, a widely referenced guide that has accumulated 16 citations as robotic techniques expanded beyond radical prostatectomy. More recently, he has advanced the emerging field of gender-affirming surgery with a 2025 scoping review on the surgical robot’s role in feminizing and masculinizing procedures, reflecting his commitment to innovation in minimally invasive, patient-centered care. With a career spanning over a decade, Dr. Higuchi’s research bridges technical precision and clinical outcomes, making him a key figure in urologic reconstruction and robotic applications.