Erica Tedone Clemente

Cleveland Clinic, University of Bari Aldo Moro

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Dr. Erica Tedone Clemente is a pioneering microsurgeon whose work sits at the intersection of cancer survivorship and advanced surgical robotics. Her primary research focuses on the treatment of lymphedema—a debilitating complication of cancer therapy—through supermicrosurgical techniques. Dr. Clemente’s major contributions center on refining and expanding the use of robot-assisted lymph node-to-vein anastomosis (LNVA), a procedure that offers new hope for patients with fluid-predominant disease. Her landmark paper, "Robot-Assisted Lymph Node-to-Vein Anastomosis: Lessons from the First 22 Cases at a High-Volume Lymphatic Supermicrosurgery Center" (2025, 5 citations), provides critical early insights into the feasibility and safety of this complex approach, establishing a foundational protocol for the field. Additionally, her work on robotic inguinal lymph node dissection for melanoma (2019, 4 citations) demonstrates her innovative application of robotic technology to solve challenging surgical problems. By translating the precision of robotics into the delicate realm of lymphatic supermicrosurgery, Dr. Clemente is not only improving surgical outcomes but also setting the stage for a new standard of care in lymphedema management. Her research is essential reading for any surgeon or trainee interested in the future of microsurgical oncology.