Seung Il Kim
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Total Citations
143
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About
Dr. Seung Il Kim is a pioneering breast surgeon whose work has fundamentally advanced the field of robotic oncoplastic surgery. His research centers on developing and validating robot-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy (RNSM) as a superior alternative to conventional techniques, directly addressing the critical challenge of balancing oncologic safety with superior cosmetic outcomes. Dr. Kim’s major contributions include demonstrating the feasibility and safety of RNSM through initial clinical experiences (52 citations) and providing the first large-scale, direct comparison showing that robotic approaches yield comparable or lower complication and nipple necrosis rates than conventional surgery (41 citations). He has also innovated a gasless robotic technique to enhance surgical precision (36 citations) and established the first structured training program using cadaveric and animal models to facilitate wider adoption of this complex procedure (14 citations). With over 140 citations across his key works, Dr. Kim is not only a technical innovator but also an educator, systematically building the evidence base and training infrastructure necessary to transform breast cancer surgery, ultimately offering patients less invasive options with improved aesthetic results and quality of life.
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- 3Gasless Robot-Assisted Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy: A Case Report36 citations · 2018
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