Cho-wai Fan

Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital

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Dr. Cho-wai Fan is a pioneering urological surgeon whose work has significantly advanced the field of robotic surgery in Hong Kong. His primary research focuses on robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALP), particularly its implementation and outcomes within public healthcare systems. Dr. Fan’s landmark study, “Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy in Hong Kong: A Review of 235 Cases,” provides a comprehensive evaluation of RALP’s safety and efficacy, establishing benchmarks for surgical success and patient recovery in a non-private setting. This work, cited 22 times, has been instrumental in demonstrating that robotic surgery can be effectively scaled in public hospitals, improving access to minimally invasive treatments for prostate cancer. By meticulously analyzing perioperative data, complication rates, and oncological outcomes, Dr. Fan has helped standardize protocols and training for robotic procedures across the region. His contributions not only highlight the feasibility of integrating advanced technology into public health but also inspire further research into cost-effective surgical innovations. For students and researchers, Dr. Fan’s career exemplifies how rigorous clinical audits can drive the adoption of life-changing technologies in resource-constrained environments.