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Total Citations
452
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About
Jeea Lee is a pioneering surgical oncologist whose research has fundamentally advanced the field of minimally invasive breast surgery, with a particular focus on robot-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy (RNSM) and immediate breast reconstruction. Working at the intersection of surgical innovation and oncologic safety, Lee has dedicated her career to refining robotic techniques that prioritize both cancer control and cosmetic outcomes for breast cancer patients. Lee's most significant contributions include some of the earliest published experiences with robot-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy, establishing its feasibility and safety at a time when clinical data were scarce. Her 2020 study (68 citations) and foundational 2019 work (52 citations) helped legitimize RNSM as a viable alternative to conventional approaches. Her landmark 2022 international multicenter pooled analysis (65 citations) demonstrated her capacity to lead large-scale collaborative research, providing robust evidence across global institutions. She has also contributed critical comparative analyses examining complication rates, nipple necrosis, postoperative pain, and technical variations including single-port and gasless systems. Collectively, her publications have garnered over 390 citations, reflecting her substantial influence on how surgeons worldwide approach breast cancer surgery. Her work offers patients improved aesthetic results without compromising oncologic integrity, making her a transformative figure in modern breast surgical oncology.
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- 4Development of Robotic Mastectomy Using a Single-Port Surgical Robot System46 citations · 2019
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- 6Minimal Access vs Conventional Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy32 citations · 2024
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