Wei-Chih Su

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Wei-Chih Su is a surgical researcher whose work focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques for colorectal cancer treatment, particularly in elderly and high-risk patient populations. His most cited study, "Feasibility of robot-assisted surgery in elderly patients with rectal cancer" (2020, 11 citations), addresses a critical gap in surgical oncology by evaluating the safety and efficacy of robotic approaches in older adults—a group often underrepresented in clinical trials. This work has helped establish that robot-assisted surgery can be a viable option for elderly patients, potentially reducing recovery times and complications. Su's research contributes to the broader movement toward personalized surgical care, where patient age and frailty are considered alongside tumor characteristics. While his citation count reflects an emerging career, his focus on geriatric surgical oncology addresses a pressing demographic need as populations age worldwide. His findings encourage surgeons to consider robotic techniques for elderly patients who might otherwise be deemed high-risk for conventional surgery.