So Miyahara
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5
Total Citations
47
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About
So Miyahara is a pioneering surgeon-researcher at the forefront of robotic-assisted thoracic surgery, with a focused expertise in haptic feedback technology. Her major contribution lies in the clinical translation and evaluation of the Saroa™ surgical system, a pneumatically driven robot developed by Riverfield Inc. that uniquely provides real-time tactile sensation to the operator. Through her landmark 2023 study (31 citations), she demonstrated how this haptic feedback function significantly improves surgical manipulation by reducing the risk of iatrogenic organ damage—a critical limitation of conventional robotic systems. Her 2025 in vivo work (7 citations) further quantified tissue damage under varying grasping forces, while her 2024 case report (5 citations) marked the first clinical application of this technology in thoracic surgery, establishing its real-world feasibility. Additionally, her investigation into post-thoracotomy pain (2024) addresses a key patient outcome following robotic-assisted procedures. With cumulative citations exceeding 47, Miyahara’s research bridges the gap between robotic precision and the essential human sense of touch, positioning her as a leading voice in next-generation surgical robotics.
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