Koji Tomita

Okayama University, Okayama University Hospital

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Koji Tomita is a pioneering figure in interventional oncology, specializing in the development and clinical translation of robotic systems for image-guided procedures. His research centers on enhancing the precision and safety of needle-based interventions, particularly in computed tomography (CT)-guided biopsies and tumor ablations. Tomita’s most impactful contribution is his first-in-human feasibility trial of robotic needle insertion during CT fluoroscopy–guided biopsy, published in 2019 with 46 citations. This landmark study demonstrated that robotic assistance could improve targeting accuracy and reduce procedural variability, marking a critical step toward automating complex interventional tasks. His 2023 narrative review, with 22 citations, further synthesizes the evolving landscape of robotic systems in interventional oncology, providing a comprehensive framework for future innovations. Tomita’s work bridges engineering and clinical practice, addressing real-world challenges in cancer diagnosis and treatment. By validating robotic technologies in live human subjects, he has laid the groundwork for broader adoption of automation in interventional radiology, promising reduced radiation exposure and improved outcomes for patients undergoing minimally invasive cancer care.