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Total Citations
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About
Johnny Yi is a physician-researcher whose work spans two distinct but complementary domains: minimally invasive gynecologic surgery and polymeric biomaterials for health applications. With a growing body of highly cited work, Yi has established himself as a leading voice in robotic and laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) surgical techniques, particularly in hysterectomy and pelvic reconstruction. His 2024 review on 3D-printed polymeric biomaterials (67 citations) demonstrates a forward-looking engagement with emerging technologies in biomedical engineering, highlighting his interdisciplinary curiosity. His clinical contributions are equally impressive: his case series on robotic LESS hysterectomy using the da Vinci SP system (45 citations) and his investigation into postoperative urinary retention predictors (32 citations) have meaningfully informed surgical decision-making and patient care protocols. Yi has also advanced the field of robotic reconstructive surgery, documenting novel techniques for rectus abdominis flap harvest following complex oncologic resections. His research on same-day discharge feasibility and single-port sacrocolpopexy outcomes reflects a consistent commitment to improving patient recovery and expanding the boundaries of minimally invasive care. Across his portfolio, Yi's work has accumulated over 200 citations, signaling substantial influence on both clinical practice and biomedical innovation.
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- 13D‐Printed Polymeric Biomaterials for Health Applications67 citations · 2024
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- 9Nerve-sparing in Gynecology8 citations · 2020
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