Sang‐Yeon Kim

Catholic University of Korea, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital

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Dr. Sang‑Yeon Kim is a pioneering head and neck surgeon whose work bridges minimally invasive surgical innovation with oncologic precision. His primary research focuses on endoscopic and robotic approaches to thyroid and oral cavity surgery, aiming to reduce scarring and improve recovery without compromising cancer control. In a landmark 2014 study, Dr. Kim introduced the endoscope-assisted facelift thyroid surgery technique, demonstrating that hidden incisions along the hairline could achieve excellent cosmetic outcomes while maintaining safety—a contribution that has garnered 21 citations and influenced scarless thyroid surgery protocols. More recently, his 2024 assessment of robotic elective neck dissection in early-stage tongue cancer reported both oncologic efficacy and superior cosmetic results, with 4 citations already marking its early impact. By systematically evaluating functional and aesthetic endpoints alongside traditional survival metrics, Dr. Kim has helped redefine patient-centered outcomes in head and neck oncology. His work is especially notable for translating complex endoscopic and robotic technologies into reproducible, everyday surgical practice, offering trainees and peers a roadmap for integrating innovation with rigorous oncologic principles.