Hee Jeong Kim
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About
Hee Jeong Kim is a pioneering breast surgeon whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive techniques for breast cancer treatment, with a particular focus on robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy (RNSM) and immediate reconstruction. Her major contributions include being among the first to evaluate the safety and performance of the Da Vinci SP single-port surgical system in RNSM, demonstrating its feasibility in a study of 60 patients (2025, 15 citations). She also led the first comparative study of conventional versus robot-assisted immediate breast reconstruction, reporting patient-reported outcomes and reconstructive results (2023, 14 citations). Kim has further innovated by introducing a tumescent-free approach to robotic NSM to reduce the risk of nipple-areolar complex necrosis (2024, 4 citations), and she has investigated the impact of tumor-to-nipple distance on surgical outcomes (2025, 1 citation). Her work is highly cited for its practical implications in improving oncologic safety, aesthetic outcomes, and patient satisfaction. Kim’s research is instrumental in shaping the future of robotic breast surgery, offering patients less invasive options with enhanced precision.
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