Junko Kuroda
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Dr. Junko Kuroda is a leading figure in hospital pharmacy practice and occupational safety, with a focused expertise in the safe handling and preparation of antineoplastic drugs. Her seminal work, "Antineoplastic Drugs Preparation Using Compounding Aseptic Containment Isolators and Robotic Systems" (2016), addresses a critical challenge in oncology pharmacy: minimizing healthcare workers' exposure to hazardous drugs. Dr. Kuroda’s research systematically evaluates the efficacy of advanced containment technologies—such as compounding aseptic isolators and robotic systems—against traditional biological safety cabinets (BSCs) and personal protective equipment (PPE). She highlights the significant ergonomic and safety limitations of PPE, including the physical burden and potential for contamination during manual preparation. By advocating for automated, closed-system transfer devices, her work has directly influenced the Japanese Society of Hospital Pharmacists’ guidelines, promoting a shift toward engineering controls that reduce human error and exposure risk. While her most-cited paper has garnered 3 citations, its impact is profound within clinical pharmacy circles, shaping national safety protocols. Dr. Kuroda’s contributions are pivotal for students and researchers interested in pharmaceutical technology, occupational health, and the intersection of robotics with patient and worker safety.
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