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Takehiro Sejima is a pioneering urological surgeon whose work has fundamentally shaped the adoption and refinement of robotic-assisted surgery, particularly in Japan. His research centers on improving surgical outcomes for prostate and bladder cancer through minimally invasive techniques, with a specific focus on robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) and cystectomy. Sejima’s major contributions include developing a prognostic model for post-operative urinary incontinence—a critical quality-of-life concern—and demonstrating that preoperative MRI can predict surgical challenges and margin positivity, thereby personalizing surgical planning. His landmark paper on pelvic anatomy from the perspective of radical prostatectomy (41 citations) has become a key reference for surgeons transitioning to robotic platforms. Sejima also led one of the first comprehensive evaluations of robotic surgery outcomes across multiple departments, establishing benchmarks like the “Penta, Tetra, and Trifecta” achievements. His work on dry-box training with 3D vision for assistants has improved team performance in the operating room. With over 170 citations across his top papers, Sejima’s research has been instrumental in proving that robotic surgery is safe and effective even in challenging populations, including octogenarians, and has helped define the learning curve and best practices for this rapidly evolving field.