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Dr. Momokazu Gotoh is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on improving functional outcomes after robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). His primary research focuses on post-prostatectomy urinary incontinence and overactive bladder (OAB), as well as surgical safety and nerve-sparing techniques. Dr. Gotoh’s landmark prospective study on *de novo* OAB after RARP (38 citations) identified key risk factors for new-onset storage symptoms, directly informing preoperative counseling. He also demonstrated that daily urine loss immediately after catheter removal is a powerful predictor of long-term incontinence (21 citations), offering clinicians a simple, early prognostic tool. His multi-institutional analysis of over 3,200 patients (18 citations) established critical volume-outcome relationships for surgeon and hospital experience, enhancing safety standards. Further, his investigation into nerve-sparing practices during early surgical experience (14 citations) provided real-world data on the balance between oncologic control and functional preservation. Through these contributions, Dr. Gotoh has significantly advanced the understanding of post-RARP quality of life, helping surgeons refine techniques and better manage patient expectations.