Kristine A. Huynh
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View article: Improving Perioperative Preparation for Patients Undergoing Surgical Treatment for Distal Radius Fractures
Improving Perioperative Preparation for Patients Undergoing Surgical Treatment for Distal Radius Fractures Open
Background: We aimed to review common patient concerns after surgical repair of distal radius fracture (DRF) to identify potential interventions to improve the gap between expectation and education for DRF patients. Methods: We conducted a…
View article: Factors Associated With State-Specific Medicaid Expansion and Receipt of Autologous Breast Reconstruction Among Patients Undergoing Mastectomy
Factors Associated With State-Specific Medicaid Expansion and Receipt of Autologous Breast Reconstruction Among Patients Undergoing Mastectomy Open
In this cross-sectional study, although the odds of receiving autologous breast reconstruction increased annually, Medicaid expansion was associated with decreased odds of reconstruction for African American patients, Hispanic patients, an…
View article: Single Center Retrospective Analysis of Cost and Payments for Lymphatic Surgery
Single Center Retrospective Analysis of Cost and Payments for Lymphatic Surgery Open
Background: Insurance coverage for microsurgical lymphatic surgery continues to be sporadic, as the procedures continue to be labeled investigational. The objective of this study was to examine the typical payment patterns of our clinical …
View article: Developing Strategies for Targeted Improvement of Perioperative Education for Postbariatric Surgery Body-Contouring Patients
Developing Strategies for Targeted Improvement of Perioperative Education for Postbariatric Surgery Body-Contouring Patients Open
Background The quality of perioperative patient education impacts surgical outcomes, patient experiences, and resources needed to address patient concerns and unplanned visits. We examined patient inquiries and education materials to asses…
View article: Education during Surgical Outreach Trips in Vietnam: A Qualitative Study of Surgeon Learners
Education during Surgical Outreach Trips in Vietnam: A Qualitative Study of Surgeon Learners Open
Background: Visiting educator trips teach surgical care in low-resource settings to develop sustainable global surgery. Surgery has been integral in these volunteer activities, but it is unknown whether surgeon learners receive suitable ed…
View article: Concepts of Organizational Excellence in Medical Associations
Concepts of Organizational Excellence in Medical Associations Open
Summary: Professional associations are integral to the field of medicine; every physician becomes affiliated with at least 1 association throughout his/her entire career. Obtaining membership in such groups advances career development, eng…