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Ho-Sheng Lin is a pioneering surgeon and researcher whose work sits at the intersection of robotic surgery, head and neck oncology, and sleep medicine. Best known for his contributions to transoral robotic surgery (TORS), Lin has significantly advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques for conditions ranging from obstructive sleep apnea to thyroid disease. His landmark 2014 study on TORS for obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome — garnering 71 citations — remains a foundational reference for identifying patient characteristics that predict surgical success, helping clinicians better select candidates for this innovative approach. Lin's early adoption and refinement of single-incision transaxillary robotic thyroidectomy, explored in his 37-cited 2012 paper, demonstrated the feasibility and challenges of applying this technique to North American patient populations, broadening its global relevance. His meticulous 2016 anatomical study establishing a "danger zone" around the lingual artery during base of tongue surgery underscores his commitment to surgical safety and precision. Across his body of work, Lin has helped define the boundaries of what robotic surgery can safely and effectively achieve in complex head and neck procedures, making him an important voice in the evolution of modern surgical practice.