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Dr. Osamu Itano is a leading figure in the field of hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, with a focused expertise in advancing minimally invasive techniques for complex liver and biliary tract cancers. His most impactful work includes spearheading a global survey of world experts to establish consensus and standardization for minimally invasive anatomic liver resection (MIALR), a technically demanding procedure that has long lacked uniform protocols. This seminal paper, published in 2021, has garnered 28 citations and serves as a foundational reference for surgeons worldwide. More recently, Dr. Itano has turned his attention to the oncological validity of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for biliary tract cancer (BTC), providing critical updates on laparoscopic and robotic approaches for distal bile duct and hilar cholangiocarcinoma. His 2025 review synthesizes the latest evidence from 2023–2024, addressing the lingering uncertainty around the oncological safety of these techniques. Through his work, Dr. Itano is helping to shape the next generation of surgical standards, pushing the boundaries of what is possible with MIS while prioritizing patient outcomes and oncologic rigor. His contributions are essential reading for any surgeon or researcher navigating the evolving landscape of minimally invasive hepatobiliary oncology.