Ying Ki Lee
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About
Ying Ki Lee is a head and neck surgeon whose work focuses on expanding surgical access for patients with complex anatomical challenges, particularly in the context of head and neck cancer (HNC). Her key research areas include transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and ultrasound-guided interventions for difficult-to-reach tumors. Lee’s major contributions involve developing innovative techniques to overcome barriers posed by severe deformities or anatomical constraints. In her 2022 study, she described the first use of TORS in a modified Trendelenburg position for a patient with severe thoracic kyphosis, demonstrating that even extreme spinal curvature need not preclude minimally invasive surgery. Her 2023 work introduced a novel saline-aided ultrasound-guided transoral biopsy for retropharyngeal nodes, a region traditionally challenging to access without open surgery. Following the IDEAL 2a framework, she established the feasibility of this technique in five patients, offering a less invasive diagnostic alternative. While her citation counts are currently modest (2 each), these proof-of-concept studies represent foundational steps toward more inclusive surgical care. Lee’s work is notable for its patient-centered innovation, directly addressing real-world clinical gaps where standard approaches fail. Her contributions are particularly valuable for researchers and clinicians seeking to push the boundaries of transoral and ultrasound-guided head and neck surgery.
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