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As the division chief for Oncologic Plastic Surgery at the OSUCCC - James, I focus on reconstruction for cancer patients, particularly microsurgery and surgical treatment for lymphedem am one of only a few surgeons in the country who can perform two breakthrough surgical treatments to relieve lymphedema. These micro-vascular surgeries treat symptoms of lymphedema by re-routing lymphatic channels to allow proper fluid drainage or re-introducing lymph nodes to the affected region. In addition, The James is one of the few hospitals in the country that has a comprehensive team of lymphedema doctor ince I work with cancer patients from the moment they receive their diagnosis, I especially enjoy getting to know them and accompanying them on their journey to recovery. To ensure the highest quality level of treatment, I work with physicians from all specialties to create a targeted treatment plan for the oncologic, physical and psychological needs of each of my patient particularly enjoy working at Ohio State because of our multidisciplinary approach to patient care. The combination of outstanding scientific expertise and focus on research, enthusiasm, professionalism and compassion from all members of our treatment team, makes our organization an obvious choice for patients and care providers alik s a member of the Cancer Control Program at the OSUCCC - James, my research focuses on clinical outcomes of breast, sarcoma and head and neck cancer reconstruction. I am also interested in the pathophysiology and surgical treatment of lymphedema. One of my recent studies indicates inflammatory breast cancer should not eliminate the option of free flap breast reconstructio have published nearly 60 peer-reviewed manuscripts and three book chapters, as well as co-editing the textbook Advanced Therapy of Breast Diseases and a textbook on head and neck reconstruction, pending publication. I serve as an editorial board member for the Archives of Clinica