Hirotoshi Hasegawa
Keio University, Tokyo Dental College Ichikawa General Hospital
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Total Citations
31
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About
Dr. Hirotoshi Hasegawa is a pioneering colorectal surgeon whose research has shaped the evolution of minimally invasive and robotic surgery for digestive diseases. His work spans the development of endoscopic techniques to the forefront of robotic-assisted procedures, with a particular focus on rectal cancer. Dr. Hasegawa is best known for his leadership in establishing international consensus on how to report educational videos in robotic surgery—a critical step for standardizing training and dissemination of surgical techniques. His most cited paper (21 citations) provides a multidisciplinary framework for this, reflecting his commitment to improving surgical education. He has also critically evaluated the emergence of Transanal Total Mesorectal Excision (TaTME), examining whether it represents a new standard or a passing trend. With foundational contributions dating back to the early 2000s, Dr. Hasegawa has documented the rapid transformation of digestive surgery from open to endoscopic and robotic approaches. His cumulative work, while modest in citation numbers, has been instrumental in guiding safe adoption of new technologies, making him a respected voice in the global surgical community.
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