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Dr. Chih‐Jung Chen is a pioneering breast surgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive oncoplastic techniques, particularly robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy (R-NSM). Her major contributions include developing and refining R-NSM with immediate gel implant reconstruction, a procedure that spares the nipple-areola complex through a small, cosmetically favorable axillary incision using the da Vinci platform. Her landmark 2018 paper detailing the technique, preliminary outcomes, and patient-reported cosmetic results has garnered 111 citations, establishing a foundational protocol for this approach. Dr. Chen further demonstrated her commitment to surgical excellence through a rigorous learning curve analysis of 39 consecutive procedures using cumulative sum plots (77 citations), providing essential guidance for surgeons adopting this complex technique. Her work has been instrumental in demonstrating that R-NSM can achieve oncologic safety while significantly improving aesthetic outcomes and patient satisfaction. By systematically documenting both the technical feasibility and the learning process, Dr. Chen has helped expand access to nipple-sparing mastectomy for women with early breast cancer, making her a leading authority in robotic breast surgery and a key figure shaping the future of oncoplastic reconstruction.
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- 3Robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy6 citations · 2019