Papers

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Total Citations

46

H-Index

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About

Dr. Yu Ozawa is a pioneering robotic surgeon whose work is reshaping the landscape of urologic oncology and minimally invasive surgery. His research centers on the optimization of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), with a specific focus on improving functional outcomes like urinary continence and advancing surgical technology. Dr. Ozawa’s major contributions include establishing best practices for telesurgery, a field poised to expand global access to expert care, as outlined in his highly cited 2025 framework from the Society of Robotic Surgery (12 citations). He is also a leading voice in comparative surgical technology, having conducted critical evaluations of the Da Vinci Xi versus the new Da Vinci 5 platform, demonstrating their impact on intraoperative performance and patient recovery. His deep anatomical studies, particularly on the preservation of the accessory pudendal artery and superficial preprostatic vein during RARP, have provided surgeons with actionable techniques to enhance postoperative continence. With a portfolio of papers accumulating over 45 citations in just two years, Dr. Ozawa is recognized for his meticulous, data-driven approach that bridges surgical anatomy, technological innovation, and patient-centered outcomes.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Best practices in telesurgery: framework and recommendations from the society of robotic surgery (SRS) for safe and effective implementation
12 citations · 2025
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2025 (5 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 64
🏛 Institutions: Mie Chuo Medical Center, AdventHealth Celebration

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