Hanae K. Tokita
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Dr. Hanae K. Tokita is a leading anesthesiologist and perioperative researcher whose work focuses on optimizing surgical safety for high-risk populations, particularly patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Her most cited study, “Outcomes and Safety Among Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Undergoing Cancer Surgery Procedures in a Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical Facility” (2019, 29 citations), directly addresses a critical gap in clinical guidelines by providing evidence that carefully selected OSA patients can safely undergo ambulatory cancer surgery. This work has helped reshape perioperative protocols, challenging longstanding assumptions about the necessity of inpatient care for this vulnerable group. Dr. Tokita’s research bridges anesthesiology, sleep medicine, and surgical oncology, demonstrating how patient-centered risk stratification can improve both safety and resource utilization. Her contributions are particularly notable for their practical impact on clinical decision-making, offering data-driven reassurance to practitioners navigating the complexities of outpatient surgery for patients with sleep-disordered breathing. Through her rigorous outcomes research, Dr. Tokita continues to advance the standard of care for patients with OSA, making her a pivotal voice in the evolving conversation around ambulatory surgical safety.
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