Sun Hyung Choi
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Dr. Sun Hyung Choi is a pioneering thyroid surgeon whose work has significantly advanced the field of minimally invasive endocrine surgery. His primary research focuses on the development and refinement of robotic thyroidectomy techniques, particularly through the transaxillary approach. Dr. Choi’s major contribution is the introduction and validation of the single-port transaxillary robotic thyroidectomy (START) procedure, which he detailed in a landmark study of 200 consecutive cases. To overcome the technical challenges of operating through a single, small incision in the armpit, he developed a novel two-step retraction method, a key innovation that improves surgical exposure and safety. This work, which has garnered over 36 citations, demonstrates his commitment to reducing visible scarring and improving patient recovery without compromising oncologic outcomes. By systematically reporting the results of this large patient series, Dr. Choi has provided crucial evidence for the feasibility and reproducibility of START, helping to establish it as a viable option in the surgical management of thyroid tumors. His contributions are shaping the future of scarless neck surgery.
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