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Dr. Shadi Katou is a pioneering hepatobiliary surgeon whose research is redefining the landscape of minimally invasive liver surgery. His primary focus lies in the advancement and standardization of robotic liver surgery, a field where he has made landmark contributions. Dr. Katou’s work is instrumental in establishing the safety, efficacy, and future protocols for robotic-assisted liver resections. His most cited paper, "Robotic Liver Surgery – Current Standards and Future Perspectives" (2021), with 32 citations, serves as a foundational review, outlining the technological advantages of robotic systems—from enhanced dexterity to improved ergonomics. He further validated clinical frameworks in his 2024 study on the IWATE criteria for robotic liver resections (11 citations), providing crucial preoperative risk stratification. Demonstrating his leadership on a global scale, Dr. Katou co-authored the 2025 multicenter study establishing international benchmark values for robotic right hepatectomy, a collaborative effort involving 22 expert centers. Through these contributions, Dr. Katou is not only advancing surgical technique but also setting the rigorous, evidence-based standards necessary for the widespread adoption of robotic liver surgery.