Prof. Dr. Dung Nguyen | Surgery | Best Researcher Award
Prof. Dr. Dung Nguyen, Stanford University, United States
Prof. Dr. Dung Nguyen is a distinguished plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Stanford University School of Medicine, serving as Clinical Professor of Surgery and Director of Microsurgery & Microsurgery Fellowship. She earned her MD from UC San Diego, PharmD from UCSF, and BS in Biochemistry from UC Davis. Her expertise spans microsurgery, lymphedema treatment, breast reconstruction, and regenerative medicine. She has received numerous prestigious awards, including the IAMM Scientist Medal (2025) and ASPS Best Paper Awards. Dr. Nguyen actively contributes to Stanford Medicineβs surgical innovation and leads transformative research in reconstructive surgery. 
Publication Profile
Academic Journey
Prof. Dr. Dung Nguyen has an extensive academic background in medicine, pharmacy, and biochemistry. He earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of California, San Diego (2004) and a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) 
from the University of California, San Francisco (2000), both with high honors and distinction. His undergraduate studies in Biochemistry (BSc) 
were completed at the University of California, Davis (1996), also with high honors. Currently, he is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) 
at Barry University (2022-2024) to expand his expertise in business and healthcare leadership.
Specialized Training
Prof. Dr. Dung Nguyen has undergone extensive training in surgery, plastic surgery, and reconstructive microsurgery. He completed a Fellowship in Reconstructive Microsurgery at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan (2010-2011). Prior to this, he trained as a Plastic Surgery Resident (2007-2010) and a Surgery Resident 
(2005-2007) at Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center, where he also served as a Surgical Intern (2004-2005). His early career included roles as a Pharmacy Intern at Rite-Aid Pharmacy (1999-2000) and UCSF Moffitt-Long Hospital (1996-1999), gaining valuable pharmaceutical experience.
Honors & Awards
Prof. Dr. Dung Nguyen has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to plastic surgery, reconstructive microsurgery, and medical research. He was honored with the IAMM Scientist Medal (2025) 
and the Mount Sinai DIEP Dive Award (2024) . His groundbreaking work on lymphatic regeneration earned him the Best Paper Award at the 10th World Symposium for Lymphedema Surgery (2024) 
. He also received Stanford Cancer Center Innovation Awards (2022) and multiple Best Presentation & Speaker Awards 
at global conferences. His excellence in research and education has been consistently recognized, including the James IV Association of Surgeons Fellowship (2020) 
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Professional Background
Prof. Dr. Dung Nguyen is a Clinical Professor of Surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine , where he has held various academic roles since 2011. He previously served as Clinical Associate Professor (2016-2021) and Assistant Professor (2011-2016). His leadership extends to Stanford HealthCare, where he directs Microsurgery & Fellowship Programs 
and Breast Reconstruction Services 
. He is also a Council Member of Ambulatory Physician Leaders (2024) and plays a key role in Stanfordβs Surgical Innovation Council 
. His expertise in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery continues to shape advancements in surgical care.
Research Focus
Prof. Dr. Dung H. Nguyen specializes in plastic, reconstructive, and microsurgery with a strong focus on breast reconstruction , lymphedema treatment 
, and microsurgical innovations . His research explores fat-augmented omental flaps, biological breast implants, and lymphatic supermicrosurgery for conditions like Alzheimerβs disease 
. He also investigates surgical site infections, postoperative pain reduction, and nanofibrillar collagen scaffolds for lymphatic regeneration . His contributions aim to enhance cost-effective reconstructive techniques, improve patient outcomes, and advance multimodal lymphedema surgery for optimal limb volume maintenance . His work integrates clinical expertise with surgical innovation for transformative patient care.
Publication Top Notes
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βA Novel Fat-Augmented Omentum-Based Construct Is a Cost-Effective Alternative for Autologous Breast Reconstructionβ (2025) β
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βA Proposed Role for Lymphatic Supermicrosurgery in the Management of Alzheimerβs Disease: A Primer for Reconstructive Microsurgeonsβ (2025) β
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βManaging Asymmetry in Breast Reconstruction After MastectomyβA Systematic Review and Highlight of Clinical Pearlsβ (2024) β
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βCurrent Research on the Use of the Omental Flap in Breast Reconstruction and Post-Mastectomy Lymphedema: A Focus on Omental-Vascularized Lymph Node Transferβ (2023) β
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βSmooth versus Textured Tissue Expanders in Breast Reconstruction β A Retrospective Review of Post-Operative Surgical Site Infectionsβ (2022) β
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βMinimizing Postoperative Pain in Autologous Breast Reconstruction With the Omental Fat-Augmented Free Flapβ (2022) β
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βCreating a Biological Breast Implant with an Omental Fat-Augmented Free Flapβ (2022) β
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βMultimodality Approach to Lymphedema Surgery Achieves and Maintains Normal Limb Volumes: A Treatment Algorithm to Optimize Outcomesβ (2022) β
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βASO Visual Abstract: Two-Stage Versus One-Stage Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy: Timing of Surgery Prevents Nipple Lossβ (2021) β
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βLymphatic Regeneration After Implantation of Aligned Nanofibrillar Collagen Scaffolds: Preliminary Preclinical and Clinical Resultsβ (2021) β
Education & Academic Achievements
and a GPA of 3.84. Alongside his major, he pursued a Minor in History and a Pre-Health Professions Certificate 
. His diverse academic background integrates finance and medicine, providing a unique perspective in healthcare management and patient care.
, investigating tibial slope measurements and ACL pathology 
, and assessing MRI techniques for foot and ankle infections 
. He has also studied the effects of socioeconomic status on scoliosis outcomes 
from the Boy Scouts of America in December 2015, showcasing his commitment to community service and personal growth.
. Additionally, his research on MR Neurography of Peripheral Trigeminal Nerves examines the correlation between Sunderland grades and neurosensory testing, aiding in nerve injury diagnostics