Kazutaka Sugimoto, Orthopedic Surgeon Knee pain affects 1 in 5 Japanese, and for some, the pain is so severe that they can barely walk. Prosthetic joint implantation is gaining attention as an effective method of treatment. Orthopedist Kazutaka Sugimoto, one of Japan's most experienced surgeons, has pioneered the development of prosthetic joints suited to the physiques and lifestyles of Japanese people. His goal is not simply to relieve pain. He endeavors to make his patients' dreams come true, so they can enjoy life to the fullest.