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Dr. Naoya Okubo is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing robotic-assisted surgery for urologic cancers, with a particular focus on improving outcomes for elderly and complex patients. His major contributions include establishing the validity and safety of robot-assisted radical cystectomy in patients aged 80 years and older, demonstrating that advanced age alone should not preclude minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Okubo has also pioneered salvage robot-assisted prostatectomy for radiation-recurrent prostate cancer, offering a critical second-line treatment option. His research on rapid geriatric screening tools, such as the G8 and IADL-modified G8, provides practical methods to predict a patient’s ability to manage a stoma after urinary diversion, directly impacting preoperative counseling. With over 30 citations across his most influential papers, Dr. Okubo’s work on postoperative membranous urethral length and vesicourethral anastomosis position has refined techniques to accelerate continence recovery after prostatectomy. His innovative simultaneous robot-assisted nephroureterectomy and cystectomy showcases his technical expertise in managing synchronous urologic malignancies. Dr. Okubo’s research consistently bridges surgical innovation with personalized, age-appropriate care, making him a respected voice in robotic urologic oncology.