Anne Huang

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

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Dr. Anne Huang is a pioneering surgeon-scientist whose work is reshaping the landscape of lymphedema treatment. Her research centers on physiologic lymphatic surgery—a paradigm shift from palliative to restorative care. Dr. Huang’s major contribution lies in systematically evaluating and advancing microsurgical techniques that address the root cause of lymphatic dysfunction, rather than merely managing symptoms. Her landmark narrative review, "Physiologic Lymphedema Surgery: Current Treatments and Future Trends," synthesizes decades of progress and charts a clear path forward for the field. While her work is still early in its citation trajectory, its foundational nature is already influencing clinical protocols and inspiring a new generation of reconstructive microsurgeons. Dr. Huang’s research has been instrumental in establishing lymphovenous bypass and vascularized lymph node transfer as viable, evidence-based options for patients suffering from this chronic, debilitating condition. Her dedication to merging rigorous scientific inquiry with innovative surgical practice positions her as a rising leader in the fight against lymphedema, offering hope where there was once none.