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Dr. Hideo Otsuki is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose research centers on advancing robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RARP) for prostate cancer treatment. His most impactful work evaluates the novel Saroa Surgical Robot System, which features tactile feedback and a roll-clutch mechanism—a significant innovation over conventional platforms. In a 2024 study with 14 citations, Dr. Otsuki demonstrated the Saroa system’s safety and efficacy in 60 patients, comparing it to the da Vinci Xi, marking a critical step toward more intuitive, haptic-driven robotic surgery. Earlier, he refined surgical technique with a 2015 study (4 citations) on controlling the dorsal vein complex, comparing suture ligation to a preceding division method to improve outcomes. His foundational 2013 work (3 citations) directly compared RARP to open retropubic radical prostatectomy, establishing the robotic approach’s advantages. Dr. Otsuki’s contributions—from pioneering haptic robotics to optimizing procedural steps—are shaping the future of minimally invasive urologic surgery, enhancing precision and patient recovery. His research, conducted at Jikei University Kashiwa Hospital and Nagakubo Hospital, underscores his commitment to translating technical innovation into clinical excellence.