Chih Yu An

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Chih Yu An is a leading researcher in the development of noninvasive thermal therapies for tumor treatment, with a primary focus on high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) and robotic-assisted medical systems. His major contributions lie in the integration of ultrasound imaging guidance with robotic platforms to enhance the precision and safety of HIFU ablation. Notably, his 2017 work introduced an ultrasound imaging-guided robotic HIFU ablation experimental system, achieving high accuracy in tumor targeting—a foundational study that has garnered 15 citations. Building on this, his 2019 research addressed a critical clinical challenge by incorporating respiration-induced displacement and time delay compensation, enabling effective treatment of mobile tumors like those in the liver. This work, with 10 citations, demonstrates his commitment to overcoming real-world obstacles in noninvasive oncology. Chih Yu An’s innovations are pivotal for advancing HIFU from concept to clinical practice, offering hope for safer, more precise treatments for uterine fibroids, prostate cancer, and liver tumors. His research continues to shape the future of image-guided robotic surgery.