A5048921353- Cleft Lip and Palate Research
- Craniofacial Disorders and Treatments
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Diversity and Career in Medicine
- Body Contouring and Surgery
- Head and Neck Anomalies
- Oral Health Pathology and Treatment
- Global Health and Surgery
- Lymphatic System and Diseases
- Sympathectomy and Hyperhidrosis Treatments
- Congenital Anomalies and Fetal Surgery
- Surgical Simulation and Training
- Delphi Technique in Research
- Global Health Workforce Issues
- Bone fractures and treatments
- Peripheral Artery Disease Management
- Wound Healing and Treatments
- Genital Health and Disease
- Hair Growth and Disorders
- Vascular Procedures and Complications
- Innovations in Medical Education
- History of Medical Practice
- Dermatologic Treatments and Research
University of Southern California
2019-2024
Los Angeles Medical Center
2023
Keck Hospital of USC
2020-2023
Objective: To identify factors associated with late cleft repair at a US tertiary children’s hospital. Design: Retrospective study of children CL/P using Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) records. Setting: Patients/Participants: Patients undergoing primary CL or CP CHLA from 2009 to 2018. Main Outcome Measures: Proportion who had delayed and American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA) guidelines surgery. Results: In total, 805 patients—503 (62.5%) repair, 302 (37.5%)...
Background and Objectives Cellulite lipodystrophy are often found together, especially in areas of the buttocks thighs, causing skin surface irregularities. Each these conditions is currently treated independently as two separate surgical procedures. In our practice, we developed a novel combined approach for simultaneous treatment cellulite lipodystrophy, single stage procedure same anatomic area. For cellulite, used Nd:YAG laser at wavelength 1,440‐nm, along with an innovative 1,000‐micron...
Background: The Lancet Commission on Global Surgery estimates 5 billion people who lack access to safe, timely, affordable surgical and anesthesia care. As part of the National Surgical, Obstetric, Anesthesia Plans, governments academic institutions have incentivized training leaders can leverage cross-functional, cross-cultural teams for successful system development. Despite significant interest in global surgery, less than one-third programs offered clinical or educational opportunities,...
Liposuction has become increasingly popular in the past decade due to advances technique and technology. Despite demand, there exists a significant population of patients who have contour deformities post-liposuction. The 1,060 nm diode laser been Food Drug Administration cleared for removal unwanted fat, so it was theorized that this noninvasive system could be efficacious smooth these areas post-liposuction deformities. This study designed retrospectively clinical changes induced by treat...
A lack of trained providers is an important contributor to the unmet burden surgical disease treatment in low- and middle-income countries. The World Health Organization’s Commission on International Recruitment Personnel lays out guiding principles for addressing this workforce crisis. However, subspecialties such as plastic surgery, in-country training opportunities remain limited there a clear need effective strategies retain develop sustainable solutions. We report design early...
Methods: A PubMed literature search yielded 14 articles included for systematic review. Data were extracted from each article if available (sample size, patient age, surgical indications, type of flap, use additional modalities, method bone osteogenesis, postoperative events, follow-up, satisfaction, weight-bearing status, and success rate). Unpaired t-tests performed to compare complication rates. retrospective review three cases was also conducted.
Background Limb salvage after lower extremity (LE) trauma requires optimal blood flow for successful microsurgical reconstruction. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) decreases LE perfusion, affecting wound healing. Patients who present with may have undiagnosed PAD, particularly those atherosclerotic risk factors. This study assesses outcomes in patients at PAD. Methods retrospective review evaluated underwent reconstruction a level 1 center between 2007 and 2022. nontraumatic mechanism of...