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Naoya Sugihara is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on refining robotic-assisted surgical techniques for kidney and prostate cancers. His primary research areas include robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN), extended lymph node dissection (ePLND) in prostate cancer, and the surgical management of high-risk renal cell carcinoma. Sugihara’s major contributions focus on improving surgical precision and patient outcomes. Notably, his 2021 study on RAPN demonstrated that a low RENAL Nephrometry Score can safely eliminate the need for intraoperative ureteral catheter placement, reducing procedural complexity and hospitalization time—a finding that has garnered 15 citations for its practical impact. He has also challenged conventional wisdom in prostate cancer care, with a 2025 paper (4 citations) suggesting that extended lymph node dissection may not offer therapeutic benefits for intermediate-to high-risk patients, potentially reshaping surgical guidelines. Additionally, his work on extended robot-assisted prostatectomy as a monotherapy for very-high-risk prostate cancer (4 citations) explores aggressive surgical approaches without adjuvant therapy. Sugihara’s case report on robot-assisted nephrectomy with IVC thrombectomy following immunotherapy highlights his engagement with cutting-edge multimodal treatments. His research consistently bridges technical innovation and clinical evidence, offering valuable insights for urologic oncology.