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Dr. Suwiphat Chalongwongse is a pioneering researcher in surgical robotics and medical device innovation, with a primary focus on advancing Endonasal Endoscopic Transsphenoidal Surgery (EETS) for pituitary tumor treatment. Her major contributions center on the systematic analysis of surgical pathways and workspaces, culminating in the design and prototyping of a novel robotic system for EETS. In her landmark 2020 cadaveric trial, she demonstrated the first functional robot prototype for this minimally invasive procedure, achieving 17 citations. Her foundational 2019 study on EET pathway analysis (14 citations) and her extensive 2018 cadaveric study (7 citations) established critical anatomical parameters that guide safe robotic tool navigation. Dr. Chalongwongse’s work uniquely bridges surgical anatomy and engineering, providing quantitative workspace data that enables precise robot design. Her 2014 study laid the groundwork for this robotic system, while her 2016 development of a differential suspension wheeled system for telepresence robots showcases her broader impact on healthcare accessibility, particularly for rural hospitals. With a cumulative citation count exceeding 46 across her most-cited works, Dr. Chalongwongse’s research directly addresses the critical need for safer, more precise surgical interventions and expanded telemedicine capabilities in underserved regions.