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Jihyoung Cho is a pioneering surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive and robotic techniques in breast and thyroid surgery, with a particular emphasis on improving cosmetic outcomes and patient safety. Her most impactful contribution is the development and validation of robot-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy (RANSM) with immediate breast reconstruction, a procedure that significantly enhances aesthetic results compared to conventional mastectomy. Her landmark 2020 study on RANSM, which has garnered 68 citations, demonstrated the feasibility and safety of this innovative approach, addressing a critical gap in surgical literature and offering new hope for breast cancer patients seeking less disfiguring options. Cho has also made notable contributions to thyroid surgery, including pioneering work on the bilateral axillo-breast approach (BABA) without drainage, as well as the identification and preservation of the nonrecurrent laryngeal nerve during transoral robotic thyroidectomy—a rare anatomical variation that poses high injury risk. Her multicenter trial on drainage-free BABA thyroidectomy underscores her commitment to reducing postoperative complications. Through these achievements, Cho has established herself as a leader in robotic endocrine and breast surgery, with her work directly shaping modern surgical practice and improving patient quality of life.