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Jinsoo Rhu is a leading figure in the field of hepatobiliary surgery and liver transplantation, with a specific focus on advancing minimally invasive donor hepatectomy (MIDH). His research centers on improving donor safety and surgical outcomes in living donor liver transplantation. Dr. Rhu’s major contributions include pioneering the comparative analysis of robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgical approaches for right lobe living donation. His landmark 2023 multicenter study, which analyzed 1,194 donor hepatectomies, demonstrated the growing efficacy and safety of minimally invasive techniques, accumulating over 30 citations. More recently, his 2025 work provides critical real-world data on the incidence of severe complications in liver donation, offering vital insights into the risks of re-operation and intensive care that are essential for refining surgical protocols. By systematically investigating the differences between surgical modalities and detailing complication profiles, Dr. Rhu’s research directly informs clinical decision-making and enhances the safety standards for living donors. His work is instrumental in shaping the modern era of safer, less invasive liver transplantation.