Dong Yun Lee

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Dong Yun Lee is a leading thyroid surgeon whose research focuses on advancing surgical techniques and improving patient safety in thyroidectomy, with a particular emphasis on intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) and recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) preservation. His major contribution lies in systematically comparing the risk of nerve injury between minimally invasive retroauricular approaches and conventional open thyroidectomy. In his highly cited 2018 study, Lee analyzed neuromonitoring signal loss (LOS) during both procedures, providing critical evidence that the retroauricular approach does not increase the risk of RLN injury when IONM is properly utilized. This work has been cited 9 times and has helped shape clinical guidelines for nerve monitoring in robotic and endoscopic thyroid surgery. By demonstrating that signal loss patterns differ between surgical approaches, Lee has given surgeons actionable insights to prevent vocal cord paralysis. His research bridges the gap between emerging minimally invasive techniques and established safety protocols, making him a key voice in modern thyroid surgery. Lee’s work continues to influence how surgeons balance cosmetic benefits with functional outcomes in thyroid cancer care.