Yong-Hae Baik
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Dr. Yong-Hae Baik is a leading figure in gastric cancer surgery and epidemiology, best known for his pivotal role in the Korean Gastric Cancer Association’s (KGCA) nationwide surveys. His key research areas include surgical outcomes, cancer registry analysis, and trends in gastric cancer management. Dr. Baik’s major contribution is his leadership in the 2023 KGCA survey, which provides critical, up-to-date data on surgically treated gastric cancers in Korea—a country with one of the highest incidences of the disease. This work, published in 2025 and already cited 22 times, offers invaluable insights into evolving surgical practices, patient demographics, and survival trends, directly informing clinical guidelines and public health strategies. By continuing a decades-long surveillance effort initiated in 1995, Dr. Baik has helped establish a robust evidence base for optimizing treatment protocols. His research is essential for surgeons and oncologists worldwide, demonstrating how systematic national data collection can drive improvements in cancer care and patient outcomes.
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