Papers
9
Total Citations
206
H-Index
6
About
Minwoo Cho is a leading researcher at the intersection of healthcare robotics, smart hospital systems, and human-machine interaction. His work centers on developing intelligent, user-centered technologies that bridge the gap between clinical needs and advanced engineering solutions. Cho’s most impactful contribution is his comprehensive review of smart hospital services, which has garnered 134 citations and established a foundational definition for the field. He has also pioneered novel robotic systems for diverse medical applications, from a vision-assisted rehabilitation robot for stroke patients to an automatic laser hair removal system that outperforms physician-directed methods. Notably, his research on virtual reality-based control for surgical endoscopes and multimodal vision platforms for robotic surgery addresses critical ergonomic challenges, aiming to reduce surgeon fatigue and improve precision. Cho’s recent work on a lightweight, unconstrained control interface using MediaPipe and head-mounted displays, along with natural language-guided semantic navigation, demonstrates his commitment to making robotic systems more intuitive and accessible. With a portfolio spanning rehabilitation, dermatology, and minimally invasive surgery, Cho is a key figure shaping the future of smart, human-centric medical technology.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Review of Smart Hospital Services in Real Healthcare Environments134 citations · 2022
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- 3Virtual Reality-based Control of Robotic Endoscope in Laparoscopic Surgery14 citations · 2019
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- 7A Study on the VR Goggle-based Vision System for Robotic Surgery6 citations · 2022
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- 9Natural Language-Guided Semantic Navigation Using Scene Graph5 citations · 2023