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Dong Yeong Kim is a rehabilitation researcher whose work focuses on the transformative potential of robotic technologies for patients with severe neurological and respiratory impairments. His primary research areas include robot-assisted gait training (RAGT) and the application of end-effector type robotic devices for motor recovery. Kim’s most cited study, “Feasibility of Robot-Assisted Gait Training with an End-Effector Type Device for Various Neurologic Disorders” (2019, 11 citations), demonstrates the practical viability of the Morning Walk® system—a footplate-based robot—for improving walking function across diverse neurologic conditions, establishing a foundation for broader clinical adoption. Building on this, his 2023 case report (4 citations) explores the novel use of robot-assisted stair climbing training (RASCT) to address both pulmonary and physical decline in a patient recovering from severe COVID-19, highlighting the interdisciplinary potential of robotic rehabilitation. Through these contributions, Kim has advanced the understanding of how targeted robotic interventions can enhance gait, balance, and even respiratory capacity, offering new pathways for recovery in challenging patient populations. His work underscores a commitment to bridging engineering and clinical practice, making him a notable figure in the evolving field of neurorehabilitation robotics.