Naoki Fukuda

Wakayama Medical University

Papers

2

Total Citations

14

H-Index

2

About

Dr. Naoki Fukuda is a pioneering surgeon specializing in minimally invasive gastric cancer surgery, with a particular focus on advancing robotic and laparoscopic techniques. His research centers on optimizing surgical outcomes for gastric cancer patients through innovative approaches to gastrectomy and reconstruction. Dr. Fukuda’s major contributions include demonstrating the feasibility and safety of the hinotori™ Surgical Robot System for robotic gastrectomy, as detailed in his 2024 case series (7 citations), which marks a significant step in expanding robotic surgical options. He also introduced the concept of “fusion surgery,” comparing laparoscopic versus robotic staplers in robotic distal gastrectomy with Billroth I gastroduodenostomy (2019, 7 citations), providing critical insights into stapling techniques that enhance precision and recovery. With a combined impact of over 14 citations from these key works, Dr. Fukuda’s research directly informs clinical practice, offering evidence for safer, more effective surgical methods. His work is notable for bridging emerging robotic platforms with established laparoscopic techniques, positioning him as a leader in the evolution of gastric cancer surgery and a valuable resource for trainees seeking to understand the future of minimally invasive oncology.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
14
Total Citations
7
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic gastrectomy using <scp>hinotori™ Surgical Robot System</scp> : Initial case series
7 citations · 2024
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 14
🏛 Institutions: Wakayama Medical University

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