Seung Hak Baek

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Dr. Seung Hak Baek is a pioneering surgeon-scientist whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive techniques for complex head and neck pathologies, with a particular focus on robotic-assisted nasopharyngeal surgery. His landmark 2015 study, "Robotic nasopharyngectomy via combined endonasal and transantral port: A preliminary cadaveric study," which has garnered 18 citations, represents a foundational contribution to the field. In this work, Dr. Baek systematically evaluated the feasibility of using the da Vinci robotic system for nasopharyngeal access, demonstrating that a combined endonasal and transantral port approach could overcome the anatomical constraints of traditional methods. By providing the first detailed cadaveric evidence for this novel technique, he opened new avenues for treating nasopharyngeal tumors with enhanced precision and reduced morbidity. This research has directly influenced subsequent clinical protocols and inspired further innovation in robotic head and neck surgery. Dr. Baek’s contributions are particularly notable for bridging the gap between experimental robotics and practical surgical applications, establishing him as a key figure in the evolution of transoral and transnasal robotic procedures. His work continues to guide surgeons seeking to expand the boundaries of minimally invasive oncologic resections.