Mototsugu Oya

Keio University Hospital, Keio University

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Mototsugu Oya is a pioneering researcher in the field of robotic surgery, with a focused expertise in urological oncology and artificial intelligence applications for surgical precision. His major contributions center on improving the safety and outcomes of robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALP), a critical procedure for prostate cancer. Oya’s work is distinguished by its integration of advanced computational methods, including the development of an artificial-intelligence-based system for real-time surgical phase recognition, which has been validated across multiple surgeons to enhance training and procedural consistency. Additionally, his investigation into how prostatic shape, as observed on preoperative MRI, impacts surgical difficulty provides actionable insights for preoperative planning and risk assessment. With his most cited papers each garnering 3 citations, Oya’s research is gaining traction for its practical clinical relevance. His notable achievement includes cross-surgeon validation of AI tools, demonstrating a commitment to reproducible, data-driven improvements in robotic surgery. For students and researchers, Oya’s work exemplifies the transformative potential of combining surgical expertise with machine learning to refine complex procedures and reduce operative challenges.