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Caitlin Takahashi is a surgical oncologist whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques for complex gastrointestinal and pancreatic surgeries. Her work has been instrumental in evaluating the role of robotic-assisted approaches in improving patient outcomes. Her most-cited study, "Outcomes associated with robotic approach to pancreatic resections" (45 citations), demonstrated that robotic systems enhance dexterity, enabling safer application in complex pancreatic procedures traditionally performed via open surgery. She has also made significant contributions to esophageal cancer care, with her paper "Esophagectomy from then to now" (39 citations) chronicling the evolution of surgical techniques and postoperative care that have reduced morbidity. Her comparative studies on minimally invasive versus robotic-assisted esophagectomy (30 citations) and gastrectomy (10 citations) provide critical evidence for surgical decision-making. Notably, her 2023 work on intraoperative indocyanine green angiography (12 citations) explores real-time assessment of gastric conduit perfusion during esophagectomy, directly impacting surgical choices. With a growing body of work that bridges innovation and clinical practice, Takahashi’s research is shaping the future of robotic and minimally invasive oncologic surgery.