Noboru Motomura
Toho University, The Japanese Society of Gastroenterological Surgery
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About
Dr. Noboru Motomura is a pioneering cardiac surgeon whose work is driving the global shift toward less invasive heart procedures. His research centers on minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS), with a specific focus on robot-assisted mitral valve repair and the engineering of safer surgical tools. A landmark contribution is his leadership in the successful launch of robot-assisted mitral valve repair in Japan under the nation’s universal health coverage system, a breakthrough that expanded access to advanced care. His 2024 annual report for the Japanese Society of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, which has already garnered 8 citations, provides a critical, comprehensive overview of the field’s progress. Demonstrating an innovative, cross-disciplinary approach, Dr. Motomura also developed a novel force measurement device using Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) optical fiber sensors. This system, designed for endoscopic surgical-assistant robots, enables precise palpation of lung cancer by measuring compressive and tensile stress, prioritizing safety and sanitation. With his work bridging clinical practice and biomedical engineering, Dr. Motomura is a key figure in shaping the future of cardiac and thoracic surgery.
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