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Alexander T. Nguyen, M.D.

Present Title & Affiliation

Primary Appointment

Assistant Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

Bio Statement

 

Alexander T. Nguyen, M.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He trained at the University of California, Los Angeles and The University of Texas Southwestern and is board certified in both General Surgery and Plastic Surgery. Dr. Nguyen specializes in complex reconstructive surgery in cancer patients. His clinical interests include reconstructive surgery for patients with breast, gastrointestinal, head and neck, and skin cancers. Dr. Nguyen’s research interests include outcomes improvements with plastic surgery, surgical interventions for lymphedema, and minimally invasive approaches to plastic surgery.

Office Address

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, TX 77030
Phone: (713)563-8500
Fax: (713)563-8501

Education & Training

Degree-Granting Education

2001 University of California, Los Angeles, CA, MD, Medicine
1998 University of California, Riverside, CA, BS, Biomedical Sciences

Postgraduate Training

2010-2011 Clinical Fellowship, Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
2008-2010 Clinical Residency, Plastic Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX
2004-2008 Clinical Residency, General Surgery, Harbor-University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
2001-2004 Clinical Internship and Residency, General Surgery, Los Angeles County, Charles R. Drew University/Martin Luther King, Los Angeles, CA

Board Certifications

2009 General Surgery

Honors and Awards

2008 Teaching Chief Resident of the Year, Harbor-University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center, Department of Surgery
2007-2008 Chief Resident, Harbor-University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center, Department of Surgery

Selected Publications

Peer-Reviewed Original Research Articles
1. Nguyen AT, Chang DW. Discussion: a paradigm shift in u.s. Breast reconstruction: increasing implant rates. Plast Reconstr Surg 131(1):24-5, 1/2013. PMID: 23271516.
2. Nguyen AT, Ahmad J, Fagien S, Rohrich RJ. Cosmetic medicine: facial resurfacing and injectables. Plast Reconstr Surg 129(1):142e-53e, 1/2012. PMID: 22186529.
3. Sacks JM, Nguyen AT, Broyles JM, Yu P, Valerio IL, Baumann DP. Near-Infrared Laser-Assisted Indocyanine Green Imaging for Optimizing the Design of the Anterolateral Thigh Flap. Eplasty 12:e30, 2012. e-Pub 7/5/2012. PMID: 22876337.
4. Nguyen AT, Wong C, Mojallal A, Saint-Cyr M. Lateral Supragenicular Pedicle Perforator Flap: Clinical Results and Vascular Anatomy. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 64(3)(3):381-5, 3/2011. e-Pub 8/15/2010. PMID: 20716494.
5. Nguyen A, Rohrich R. Liposuction Assisted Posterior Brachioplasty: Technical Refinements in Upper Arm Contouring. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 126(4):1365-9, 10-2010, 10/2010.
6. Nguyen A, Janis J. Discussion: Plastic Surgery Chief Resident Clinics: The Current State of Affairs. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 126(2):634-5, 8/2010.
7. Rohrich R, Monheit G, Nguyen A. Soft-Tissue Filler Complications: The Importance of Biofilms. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 125(4):1250-6, 4/2010.
8. Nguyen A, Kenkel J. Selected Readings in Plastic Surgery: Injectables. Selected Readings in Plastic Surgery 10:1-25, 2010.
9. Rohrich R, Nguyen A, Kenkel J. Lexicon for Soft Tissue Implants. Dermatol Surg 35(2):1605-11, 10/2009.
10. De Virgilio C, Yaghoubian A, Nguyen A. Peripheral Vascular Surgery Using Targeted Beta Blockade Reduces Perioperative Cardiac Event Rate. Journal of the American College of Surgeons 208(1):14-20, 10/2009.
11. Van Natta T, Nguyen A, Benharash P. Thoracoscopic Thoracic Duct Ligation for Persistent Cervical Chyle Leak: Utility of Immediate Pathologic Confirmation. JSLS 13(3):430-2, 7/2009.
12. Rosing D, Nguyen A, De Virgilio C, Masry E, Stabile B. Cholangitis: Analysis of Admission Prognostic Indicators and Outcomes. American Surgeon 73(10):949-54, 10/2007.
13. Lee G, Nguyen A, Kivnick S, Marshall J. Aortic Puncture with a Laparoscopic Fascial Closure Device. Obstetrics and Gynecology 110(2 pt. 2):533-5, 8/2007.
14. Bui H, Nguyen A, Lujan R, Donayrec C, Lee L, Wallt I, Koplock G, Lippman M, White R. Impact of Endoluminal Treatment on Small Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Aneurysm Sac Regression and Secondary Procedures with 5 Years Follow Up. Vascular and Endovascular Surgery 41(4):292-300, 8/2007.
15. Nguyen A, De Virgilio C. Transperitoneal Approach Should be Considered for Suspected Ruptured Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms. Annals of Vascular Surgery 21(2):129-32, 3/2007.

Abstracts
1. Sacks J, Nguyen A, Baumann D. Laser-Assisted Indocyanine Green Imaging Optimizes the Design of the Anterolateral Thigh Flap. Plastic Surgery Research Council 56th Annual Meeting 127(Supplement 5S):72, 5/2011.

Book Chapters
1. Nguyen AT, Baumann DP, Butler CE. Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction with Component Separation and Mesh: A Versatile Approach. In: Surgery of Complex Abdominal Wall Defects. Ed(s) Latifi R. Springer: New York. In Press.

Last updated: 3/11/2013