Yon Hee Shim
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Yon Hee Shim is a leading anesthesiologist and pain management researcher whose work focuses on optimizing perioperative care and enhancing recovery after surgery. Her major contributions center on the use of multimodal analgesia to reduce postoperative pain and opioid consumption, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. Her most-cited study, a 2010 randomized clinical trial on perioperative pregabalin for pain after robot-assisted endoscopic thyroidectomy (77 citations), demonstrated that pregabalin significantly reduces pain scores and analgesic requirements, establishing a safer, more effective pain management protocol for thyroid surgery. This work has influenced clinical guidelines and sparked further research into gabapentinoid use in ambulatory surgery. Beyond this landmark trial, Shim has published extensively on regional anesthesia techniques, nerve blocks, and patient outcomes in thyroid and breast surgeries, with her cumulative work amassing over 1,200 citations. She is recognized for bridging the gap between evidence-based research and practical, patient-centered care, making her a respected figure in anesthesiology and a valuable resource for clinicians and trainees seeking to improve surgical recovery.
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