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Mitsutaka Onoda is a leading urological surgeon and researcher whose work centers on improving functional outcomes after robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). His primary research areas include urinary incontinence, overactive bladder symptoms, and the predictive role of membranous urethral length (MUL) in post-surgical recovery. Onoda’s major contribution is demonstrating that preoperative MUL is a reliable predictor of continence recovery—a finding that has helped surgeons counsel patients and refine surgical technique. His 2018 study on this topic, with 29 citations, is among the most influential in the field. He further advanced this work by developing a novel classification system based on perioperative changes in MUL, using hierarchical cluster analysis to distinguish patterns of incontinence and overactive bladder symptoms. This prospective work, published in 2019, offers a more personalized approach to predicting patient outcomes. Onoda’s research has been recognized for its clinical relevance, directly impacting preoperative planning and quality of life for prostate cancer patients. His ongoing contributions continue to shape best practices in robotic prostate surgery.