Hideya Yamazaki

Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine

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Hideya Yamazaki is a leading figure in radiation oncology, whose work has significantly advanced the precision and safety of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT). His research is centered on optimizing treatment for complex, high-risk cases, particularly recurrent head and neck cancers and brain metastases. A landmark contribution is his 2016 study on reirradiation for recurrent head and neck cancer using robotic CyberKnife SBRT, which, with 47 citations, provides critical prognostic data on mucosal ulceration and has shaped clinical guidelines for this challenging patient population. Yamazaki is also a pioneer in dosimetric comparison, as demonstrated by his 2019 work evaluating HyperArc and robotic radiosurgery systems for brain metastases. This study, cited 21 times, offers essential evidence for selecting the optimal technology to deliver noncoplanar volumetric arc therapy, directly impacting treatment planning for single and multiple lesions. His work is notable for its rigorous, multi-institutional approach and its direct translation into improved clinical outcomes, making him a key authority in the field of advanced radiotherapy.