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Dr. Yasushi Takagi is a pioneering surgeon and researcher whose work bridges the frontiers of robotic surgery and neurorehabilitation. His primary research areas include minimally invasive thoracic surgery and robotic-assisted rehabilitation for central nervous system injuries. Dr. Takagi is best known for developing innovative thymectomy techniques, notably the trans-subxiphoid robotic thymectomy (TRT) and single-port subxiphoid approach, which have transformed anterior mediastinal surgery by reducing invasiveness and improving recovery. His seminal papers on these techniques have garnered over 125 citations, establishing him as a leader in the field. Beyond the operating room, Dr. Takagi has made significant contributions to neurorehabilitation, particularly through studies on the Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL) robot suit for chronic stroke patients. His work demonstrates that periodic HAL training can enhance spatiotemporal gait characteristics, offering new hope for long-term functional recovery. Notably, he also led the successful launch of robot-assisted mitral valve repair in Japan under universal health coverage, a landmark achievement that expands access to advanced cardiac care. Dr. Takagi’s dual expertise in surgical innovation and rehabilitation robotics underscores his commitment to improving patient outcomes across multiple disciplines.