Yung-Khan Tan
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Yung-Khan Tan is a pioneering researcher in the field of urologic surgery and medical robotics, with a primary focus on advancing minimally invasive techniques for renal stone disease. His most notable contribution is the development and validation of robot-assisted fluoroscopy-guided (RAG) puncture for percutaneous nephrolithotomy, a critical procedure for removing large kidney stones. In his landmark 2019 benchtop study, Tan demonstrated the feasibility of a novel robotic system for renal access, directly comparing it to conventional ultrasound-guided puncture. This work, which has garnered 19 citations, represents a significant step toward enhancing precision and reducing variability in a technically demanding surgical step. Tan’s research sits at the intersection of urology, biomedical engineering, and surgical simulation, addressing the pressing need for safer, more reproducible access techniques. By establishing a phantom model framework for evaluating robotic systems, he has laid essential groundwork for future clinical translation. His contributions are particularly valuable for trainees and researchers seeking to understand how robotic assistance can improve outcomes in endourology, making him a key figure in the evolution of robot-assisted kidney stone surgery.
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