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Dr. Kengo Hayashi is a pioneering surgeon-researcher at the forefront of robotic and minimally invasive gastrectomy, with a sharp focus on surgical safety, ergonomics, and postoperative outcomes. His work has garnered early but significant attention, with his most-cited study (7 citations) establishing pancreatic thickness as a novel, reliable predictor of postoperative pancreatic fistula following laparoscopic or robotic gastrectomy—a critical step in reducing life-threatening complications. Dr. Hayashi further advanced intraoperative safety by demonstrating how the LAP PROTECTOR™ can effectively prevent subcutaneous emphysema during robotic procedures (6 citations). Perhaps his most visionary contribution is a landmark ergonomic evaluation of posture across four different robotic surgical systems (5 citations), which systematically addresses the emerging physical challenges unique to robotic platforms. This foundational study lays the groundwork for designing healthier, more sustainable surgical workflows. By bridging technical innovation with surgeon well-being, Dr. Hayashi is shaping the future of robotic surgery—making it not only safer for patients but also more sustainable for the surgeons who wield these powerful tools.