Masahiro Makinoya

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Masahiro Makinoya is a rising surgical oncologist whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive techniques for esophageal cancer treatment. His primary research focuses on comparing robotic-assisted minimally invasive esophagectomy (RAMIE) with conventional video-assisted thoracic esophagectomy (VATS-E), aiming to refine surgical outcomes and reduce patient morbidity. In his most cited study, a 2023 propensity score-matched analysis of 114 patients, Makinoya demonstrated that RAMIE offers significant short-term advantages, including reduced blood loss and shorter hospital stays, while maintaining comparable oncologic safety. This work, garnering 4 citations, underscores his commitment to evidence-based surgical innovation. Makinoya’s contributions are particularly notable for their rigorous methodological approach, employing propensity score matching to minimize selection bias—a critical step in validating new surgical technologies. By systematically evaluating the clinical impact of robotic assistance, he provides valuable data that helps guide surgeons in adopting less invasive approaches for esophageal cancer. His research not only highlights the potential of RAMIE to improve recovery times but also sets a foundation for future long-term outcome studies, positioning him as a thoughtful contributor to the evolution of thoracic surgical oncology.