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      Ying Guo, M.D.

      Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, Division of Cancer Medicine

      About Dr. Ying Guo

       

      Dr. Guo obtained her medical education at The Third Military Medical University in ChongQing, China. She subsequent underwent postdoctoral fellowship training in John Hopkins University. In order to improve her knowledge in research field, she completed her Master of Science in the field of immunology at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. She received internship training at University of Virginia (1995-1996) and PM&R residency training at University of Virginia and Baylor College of Medicine.

      On completion of her residency training in 1999, Dr. Guo accepted an appointment to the Department of Palliative Care and Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. She is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Electromyography. Current research interests include peripheral neuropathy prevention, asthenia and cachexia treatment, lymphedema, and functional improvement in rehabilitation patients.

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      Present Title & Affiliation

      Primary Appointment

      Professor, Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation, and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

      Education & Training

      Degree-Granting Education

      1992University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, US, Microbiology/Immunology, M.S
      1985Third Military Medical University, ChongQing, CN, MD

      Postgraduate Training

      2019-2019Lymphedema, The Academy of Lymphatic Studies, Houston, Texas
      2010-2011Acupuncture, Medical Acupuncture for Physicians, Helms Medical Institute, Berkeley, California
      1997-1999PM&R Resident, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
      1996-1997PM&R Resident, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
      1995-1996Intern-Transitional Year, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
      1992-1994Postdoctoral Fellow, Microbiology/Immunology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
      1989-1990Postdoctoral Fellow, Microbiology/Immunology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
      1987-1989Postdoctoral Fellow, Immunology, John Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland
      1985-1987Surgery Resident, Third Military Medical University, ChongQing

      Licenses & Certifications

      2026Basic Life Support
      2025Alabama Medical License
      2024Tennessee Medical License
      2024Georgia Medical License
      2024Arizona Medical License
      2024Oklahoma Medical License
      2024Louisiana Medical License
      2024Washington Medical Board
      2023DEA
      2021Florida Medical License
      2003American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
      2000Texas Medical License
      2000American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

      Experience & Service

      Faculty Academic Appointments

      Associate Professor, Palliative Care and Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2006 - 2016

      Assistant Professor, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, 2002 - 2006

      Assistant Professor, Palliative Care and Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 1999 - 2006

      Other Professional Positions

      Member, American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine Journal Committee, NW Rochester, MN, 2011

      Extramural Institutional Committee Activities

      Member, Credentials Committee of the Medical Staff, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2015 - 2018

      Member, Psychosocial, Behavioral, and Health Services Research Committee (PBHSRC), The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2015 - 2018

      Member, Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program Workgroup, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2014 - 2014

      Member, Cancer Survivorship Research Advisory Workgroup, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2010 - 2013

      Senator, Faculty Senate, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2008 - 2011

      Member, Continuing Medical Education Advisory Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2006 - 2010

      Member, Clinical Research Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2001 - 2004

      Member, Complementary/Integrative Medicine Education Resources Advisory Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2001 - 2003

      Honors & Awards

      1992 - 1994McLaughlin Fellowship for Research in Infection and Immunity, The University of Texas Medical Branch
      1980 - 1985Honor student, Third Military Medical University

      Professional Memberships

      Supportive & Palliative Care Clinical and Research Symposium Planning Committee

      2023 - Present

      Medical Staff Committee/Subcommittee

      2019 - 2022

      Pain Task Force

      2018 - Present

      Credentials Committee of the Medical Staff Member

      2018 - 2021

      American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine

      2015 - 2017

      The Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer

      2005 - Present

      International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine

      2005 - 2014

      Society for Integrative Oncology

      2005 - 2009

      International Association for Hospice and Palliative Care

      2004 - Present

      American Society of Clinical Oncology

      2003 - Present

      Harris County Medical Society

      2002 - Present

      Texas Medical Association

      2002 - Present

      American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine

      2001 - Present

      American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

      2000 - 2011

      Selected Presentations & Talks

      Local Presentations

      1. 2025. Clinical outcomes associated with diagnosis of orthostatic hypotension among oncology patients in the inpatient rehabilitation setting. Conference. AAPM&R’s Annual Assembly. Salt Lake City, UT, US.
      2. 2024. Secondary Lymphedema Basics and Advances in LastDecade. Invited. 27th Supportive and Palliative Care Clinical and Research Symposium. Houston, Texas, US.
      3. 2019. Precaution in Cancer Patients with Bone Metatstasis. Conference. The Texas Yoga Conference Yoga for Health Training 2019. Houston, TX, US.
      4. 2017. Rehabilitation, Physical Activity and Diet. Conference. Together In Hope Conference 2017. Houston, TX, US.
      5. 2016. Guidelines for Safety-Precautions and Contraindication. Conference. Annual Oncology Training Workshop for Yoga Teachers. Houston, TX, US.
      6. 2016. Symptom Control inCancer Rehabilitation. Conference. 1st MD Anderson Cancer Center / TIRR Memorial Hermann Cancer Rehabilitation Symposium. Houston, TX, US.
      7. 2015. Medical Considerations for Yoga and Massage in Cancer Patients. Conference. Integrative Mind–Body Practices in Oncology Conference. Houston, TX, US.
      8. 2013. Guidelines for Safety-Precautions and Contraindications. Conference. 9th Annual Training Conference for Acupuncturist, Massage Therapist, and Mind-Body Practitioners. Houston, TX, US.
      9. 2012. Guidelines for Safety-Precautions and Contraindications. Conference. 8th Annual Oncology Training Workshop for Acupuncturist, Massage Therapist and Yoga Teachers. Houston, TX, US.
      10. 2007. Lymphedema. Conference. Place of Wellness Massage Conference. Houston, TX, US.
      11. 2006. Orthosis and Medical Devices. Conference. Place of Wellness Massage Conference. Houston, TX, US.
      12. 2005. Orthosis & Durable Medical Devices to Enhance Patient’s Function. Conference. Place of Wellness Conference. Houston, TX, US.
      13. 2004. Orthosis & Durable Medical Devices to Enhance Patient’s Function. Conference. 8th Annual Interdisciplinary Conference on Supportive Care, Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Houston, TX, US.

      Regional Presentations

      1. 2018. Guidelines for Safety - Precautions and Contraindications. Conference. Texas Yoga for Health Training Conference. Sugar Land, TX, US.

      National Presentations

      1. 2024. It Takes a Village to Treat the Complex Cancer Patient whose Function was Affected by Polymyositis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Esophageal Achalasia, and Orthostatic Hypotension (OH): A Case Report. Poster. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Annual Assembly. San Diego, California, US.
      2. 2023. Onabotulinum toxin injections for breast cancer survivor shoulder pain or dysfunction at a cancer center. Conference. American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. New Orleans, LA, US.
      3. 2023. The Potential Need for Multiple IPR Stays for Cancer Patients due to Interruptions from Cancer Treatment: Two Case Reports. Conference. American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine. Houston, TX, US.
      4. 2022. Poster Presentation: The Use of Botulinum Toxin Injection for Post-Radiation Breast Cancer Survivors with Shoulder Pain. Invited. American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine 99th Annual Conference. Chicago, IL, US.
      5. 2022. Rehabilitation Course in Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor-induced Myositis: Case Report. Conference. Association of Academic Physiatrists. New Orleans, LA, US.
      6. 2018. Cancer Rehabilitation: Optimizing Function and Quality of Life. Invited. Kaiser Foundation Rehabilitation Center 19th Annual Symposium. Berkeley, CA, US.
      7. 2018. Cancer Rehabilitation and Nutrition. Conference. 19th Congress of the Parenteral and Enteral Nutritional Society of Asia (PENSA 2018). Seoul.
      8. 2017. Factors Effecting Hospital Length of Stay And Survival Following Pelvic Exenteration Surgery In Cancer Patients. Conference. 2017 MASCC/ISOO Annual Meeting. Washington, DC, US.
      9. 2015. The Surgical and Rehabilitation Management of Patients with Sacro-Pelvic Tumors. Invited. American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine 92nd Annual Conference. Dallas, TX, US.
      10. 2014. Functional Outcomes of Neurofibromatosis Patients Who Received Inpatient Rehabilitation Interventions. Conference. MASCC. Miami, FL, US.
      11. 2013. Frequency and Reasons for Return to the Primary Acute Care Service among Lymphoma Patients Undergoing Inpatient Rehabilitation. Conference. AAPM&R Annual Assembly, American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Washington, DC, US.
      12. 2013. Effect of hyponatremia on cancer patients' in-patient rehabilitation length of stay. Conference. ASCO. Chicago, IL, US.
      13. 2011. A Randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial of oral alpha lipoic acid to prevent platinum-induced polyneuropathy. Oral Presentation. Conference. American Society of Clinical Oncology. Chicago, IL, US.
      14. 2010. Understanding the Nurse's Perception of What Is Important for Them to Contribute to the Multidisciplinary Cancer Rehabilitation Team Weekly Conference. Conference. AAPMR - American Academy of PMR 71st Annual Assembly. Seattle, WA, US.
      15. 2010. Advance Directives and DNR order in Cancer Patients with Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression: Advanced Care Planning Implications - Poster Presentation. Conference. American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Boston, MA, US.
      16. 2009. Opioids Used for Pain Management in Patients Who Had Undergone Internal Hemipelvectomy (IH) Versus External Hemipelvectomy (EH) - Poster Presentation. Conference. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Annual Assembly. Austin, TX, US.
      17. 2008. A Comparison of Methods that Measure Autonomic Dysfunction (AD) in Male Patients with Advanced Cancer. Conference. 7th Palliative Care Congress. Poster Presentation. Glasgow.
      18. 2005. Symptomatology of cancer patients who underwent acute inpatient rehabilitation in comprehensive cancer center. Conference. American Academy of PM&R 66th Annual Assembly-Poster Presentation. Philadelphia, PA, US.
      19. 2004. The Influence of Hyperglycemia and other Clinical Variables on Rehabilitation and Length of Stay. Conference. 8th Annual Interdisciplinary Conference on Supportive Care, Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Houston, TX, US.
      20. 2004. Lymphedema. Invited. 35th Anniversary Research to Recovery Breast Cancer. Houston, TX, US.
      21. 2004. Prevention of Chemo Therapy Induced Polyneuropathy. Invited. 15th Annual Clinical Community Oncology Program. Houston, TX, US.
      22. 2003. Is Bowel Diversion Necessary in Sacrectomy Patient?. Conference. The North American Spine Society and the Japan Spine Research Society, Spine Across the Sea 2003. Maui, HI, US.
      23. 2002. Unique use of Botulinum Toxin A (Botox) to Decrease Hip Adductor Tone, Allowing Surgical Excision of Vulva Carcinoma: A Case Report. Conference. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 63rd Annual Assembly. Orlando, US.
      24. 2000. Heterotopic Ossification in Critical Illness and Cancer: A Report of 2 Cases. Conference. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Annual Assembly. San Francisco, CA, US.
      25. 1999. Radial Nerve Injury in Gunshot Wounds and Other Trauma: Comparison of Electrophysiologic Findings Poster Session. Conference. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Annual Assembly. Washington, DC, US.
      26. 1998. Functional Outcome after Physical Therapy of Breast Cancer Patients Status Post Modified Mastectomy versus Mastectomy and Immediate Transverse Rectus Abdominis Myocutaneous Flap. Conference. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Annual Assembly. Seattle, WA, US.
      27. 1990. NK cell Activation by Listeria Monocytogenes Poster Session. Conference. At: VIII Texas Immunology Conference. San Antonio, TX, US.
      28. 1990. Enhanced Non-MHC Restricted Killing and Cytokine Production by Listeria Monocytongenes Oral Presentation. Conference. FASEB Meeting. New Orleans, LA, US.

      International Presentations

      1. 2024. Orthostatic Hypotension in Older Adults undergoing Allogenic Stem Cell Transplant. Conference. International Society of Geriatric Oncology (SIOG). Montreal, CA.
      2. 2023. Using Bethanechol In Patients with Neurogenic Bladder After Hemipelvectomy, Two Case Reports. Conference. 17th ISPRM World Congress 2023. Cartagena, CO.
      3. 2022. Rehabilitation Course in Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor-induced Myositis: Case Report. Conference. Association of Academic Physiatrists. New Orleans, US.
      4. 2019. Cancer Rehabilitation: Present and Future Trends of Treatment and Implications. Conference. 13th International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine World Congress (ISPRM 2019). Kobe, JP.
      5. 2015. A Cross-sectional Study of Self-reported Difficulty in Climbing Up and Down Stairs as a Predictor of Falls and Functional Status in Elderly Patients with Prostate Cancer. Conference. 14th World Congress of the European Association for Palliative Care. Copenhagen, DK.
      6. 2014. Decreased Heart Rate Variability is Associated with Lower Survival in Cancer Patients. Poster. 8th World Research Congress of the EAPC- poster presentation. Lleida, ES.
      7. 2014. Patients’ and Family Members’ Decision Making and Information Disclosure Preferences: A Single-center Survey in China. Conference. 8th World Research Congress of the EAPC- poster presentation. Llieda, ES.
      8. 2013. Effect of hyponatremia on cancer patients' in-patient rehabilitation length of stay. Conference. ASCO. Chicago, US.
      9. 2013. Cancer Rehabilitation. Invited. 7th World Congress of the International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. Beijing, CN.
      10. 2013. Symptoms, Functions, and Pharmacologic Management among Patients in an Outpatient Cancer Rehabilitation Clinic. Conference. 13th Congress of the European Association for Palliative Care. Prague, CZ.
      11. 2012. Use of Injectable Spasticity Management Agents in a Cancer Center. Conference. Acta Oncologia European Cancer Rehabilitation and Survivorship Conference. Copenhagen, DK.
      12. 2012. Frequency and Reasons for Return to the Primary Acute Care Service Among Leukemia Patients Undergoing Inpatient Rehabilitation. Conference. Acta Oncologia European Cancer Rehabilitation and Survivorship Conference. Copenhagen, DK.
      13. 2012. Return to Primary Service Among Bone Marrow Transplant Rehabilitation Inpatients: An Index for Predicting Outcomes. Conference. Acta Oncologia European Cancer Rehabilitation and Survivorship Conference. Copenhagen, DK.
      14. 2012. Inpatient Cancer Rehabilitation Following Acute Palliative Care; Initial Outcomes from a National Comprehensive Cancer Center. Conference. Acta Oncologia European Cancer Rehabilitation and Survivorship Conference. Copenhagen, DK.
      15. 2011. A Randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial of oral alpha lipoic acid to prevent platinum-induced polyneuropathy. Oral Presentation. Conference. American Society of Clinical Oncology. Chicago, US.
      16. 2008. Comparison between Low and High Grade Astrocytoma Inpatient Rehabilitation Functional Outcomes. Conference. Clinical Oncological Society of Australia/International Association of Cancer Registries Joint Scientific Meeting, AU.
      17. 2008. Sural and Radial Sensory Responses in Patients with Sensory Polyneuropathy. Conference. American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Poster Presentation. Providence, US.
      18. 2008. Risk Factors for Medical Complications During Cancer Rehabilitation. Conference. Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer 17th International Symposium – Poster Presentation. Houston, US.
      19. 2008. Outcomes in Patients Who Had Undergone Internal Hemipelvectomy (IH) versus External Hemipelvectomy (EH). Conference. European Association for Palliative Care. Poster Presentation. Trondheim, NO.
      20. 2007. Cancer Rehabilitation. Invited. 9th National Congress of Chinese Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Nanjing, CN.
      21. 2006. Can Subjective Measurements Predict Lymphedema. Conference. XXII International Biometric Conference. Poster Presentation. Montreal, CA.
      22. 2006. Information from Multiple Measurements. Conference. European Association for Palliative Care 4th Research Forum. Poster Presentation. Venice, IT.
      23. 2006. Comparison of effectiveness of decongestive lymphatic therapy in breast cancer patients with and without prior lymphedema treatment. Conference. European Association for Palliative Care 4th Research Forum. Poster Presentation. Venice, IT.
      24. 2006. Urgency in treating febrile neutropenic patient harboring multidrug-resistant pseudomonas: a case report. Conference. Febrile Neurtrpenia 8th International Symposium. Poster Presentation. Athens, GR.
      25. 2005. Improvement in Function and Symptoms of Patient with Polyneuropathy by using Combination of Modality and Functional Therapy: A Case Report. Conference. Society for Integrative Oncology 2nd International Conference Poster Presentation. San Diego, US.
      26. 2005. The Effect of Sitting Meditation On Vagal Tone, Measured by Heart Rate Variability. Conference. 17th MASCC International Symposium. Geneva, CH.
      27. 2004. Psychosocial Assessment by Social Worker for Patients who Underwent In-Patient Cancer Rehabilitation. Conference. Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting. Poster Presentation. Albuquerque, US.
      28. 2004. Dehydration in Cancer Rehabilitation Patients. Conference. Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting. Poster Presentation. Albuquerque, US.
      29. 2004. Prognostic Factors for Survival in Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression: A Retrospective Study in a Rehabilitation Setting. Conference. Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting. Poster Presentation. Albuquerque, US.
      30. 2003. The Prevalence of Malnutrition in Cancer Patients and its Association with Physical Function. Conference. IV Asian Congress of Nutrition. New Delhi, IN.
      31. 2003. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Training and Practice in USA. Invited. Chinese Association of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2003 National Conference. Jinan, CN.
      32. 2003. Progress of Electromography. Invited. Chinese Association of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2003 National Conference. Jinan, CN.
      33. 2001. Vertebroplasty as a Pain Control Option for a Patient with Metastatic Spinal Bone Lesion: A Case Report. Poster Session. Conference. 1st World Congress of the International Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Medicine. Amsterdam, NL.
      34. 2001. New Method of Transfer-Prone Transfer in Patients with Restricted Hip. Conference. 1st World Congress of the International Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Medicine. Amsterdam, NL.
      35. 2001. Differential Diagnosis in Cancer Patients: Case Reports of Vertebral Body Compression Fracture Related to Chemoradiation Therapy Poster Session: Controversies in Therapeutics/Symptom Control. Conference. 7th Congress of the European Association for Palliative Care. Palermo Sicily, IT.

      Formal Peers

      1. 2017. Cancer Rehabilitation. Invited. Galveston, TX, US.
      2. 2015. Bone Metastasis. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      3. 2015. Neuro Rehabilitation in Cancer Patients. Invited. Austin, TX, US.
      4. 2015. Cancer Rehabilitation and Symptom Management. Invited. Diyabakir, TR.
      5. 2015. Symptom Control for Cancer Patients Undergoing Rehabilitation. Invited. Taipei, TW.
      6. 2011. Acupuncture for Acute Musculoskeletal Conditions. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      7. 2010. Cancer Rehabilitation. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      8. 2007. Cancer Rehabilitation. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      9. 2006. Cancer Rehabilitation. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      10. 2005. Health Maintenance. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      11. 2002. Clinical Manifestation of Paraneoplastic Syndrome. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      12. 1999. Running Injuries. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      13. 1998. Systemic Sclerosis. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      14. 1989. Control of Endotoxemia In Burn patient by Use Polymyxin B. Invited. Baltimore, MD, US.
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      Grant & Contract Support

      Date: 2024 - 2027
      Title:Developing a culturally relevant resistance-training intervention for Asian American breast cancer survivors
      Funding Source:NIH/NCI
      Role:Co-I
      ID:1R34CA290037
      Date: 2007
      Title:A Phase II Pilot Study Examining the Role of Fermented Soy Dietary Supplement for Improving Cancer-Associated Anorexia and Cachexia: New Therapeutic Opportunities in Cancer Reserach, Haelan Products, Inc
      Funding Source:Haelan Products Inc
      Role:PI
      Date: 2004 - 2008
      Title:Prevention of Cisplatin- or Oxaliplatin-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy with Alpha-Lipoic Acid: A Placebo-controlled Phase III Trial
      Funding Source:CCOP/NCI
      Role:Principal Investigator-MDACC

      Selected Publications

      Peer-Reviewed Articles

      1. Hunley J, Guo Y. Occupational Therapy Guidelines for Rehabilitating People with Spinal Metastasis: Pathophysiology and Biomechanics Spinal Metastasis: Pathophysiology and Biomechanics. OJOT 13(4), 2025. e-Pub 2025.
      2. Fu JB, Gupta E, Morishita S, Andersen CR, Ngo-Huang AT, Engle JP, Guo Y. Frequency and Reasons for Unplanned Transfer to the Primary Acute Care Service of Inpatient Rehabilitation Glioblastoma Multiforme Patients. Support Care Cancer 31(2):122, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 36653554.
      3. Guo Y, Pattavana F, Siangco C, Ngo-Huang A, Fu J, Hui D, Bruera E. Overall Survival Among Patients with Cancer and Pressure Injury and its Association with Braden Scale Score. J Palliat Med 25(8):1254-1257, 2022. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 35394852.
      4. Ng AH, Molinares DM, Guo Y, Fu J, Bruera E. Functional impairments and rehabilitation outcomes of patients with immunotherapy-induced Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis and Myositis. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 100(10):1015-1019, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 33886237.
      5. Fricke B, Bruera E, Guo Y. Continuation of Neurogenic Bowel and Bladder Programs in a Pancytopenic Cancer Patient: A Case Report. PM R 13(8):922-924, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 32602590.
      6. Ngo-Huang A, Herbert A, Fontillas RC, Parker NH, Asumbrado R, Garg N, Dibaj S, Liu DD, Ng AH, Guo Y, Shin KY, Katz MHG, Bruera E. Frequency of Sarcopenia, Sarcopenic Obesity, and Changes in Physical Function in Surgical Oncology Patients Referred for Prehabilitation. Integr Cancer Ther 20:15347354211000118, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 33829906.
      7. Guo Y, Molinares D. Precautions for yoga practice are necessary in cancer patients. Support Care Cancer 28(9):3981-3982, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 31828487.
      8. Guo Y, Mallaiah S, Liu W. Precautions for Yoga Practice are Necessary in Cancer Patients with Spinal Metastasis. Journal of Alternative Complementary & Integrative Medicine 6(5), 2020. e-Pub 2020.
      9. Fu JB, Molinares DM, Morishita S, Silver JK, Dibaj SS, Guo Y, Bruera E. Retrospective Analysis of Acute Rehabilitation Outcomes of Cancer Inpatients with Leptomeningeal Disease. PM R 12(3):263-270, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 31222952.
      10. Guo Y, Ngo-Huang AT, Fu JB. Perspectives on Spinal Precautions in Patients Who Have Cancer and Spinal Metastasis. Phys Ther 100(3):554-563, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 32043130.
      11. Liu W, Qdaisat A, Lopez G, Narayanan S, Underwood S, Spano M, Reddy A, Guo Y, Yeung SC, Bruera E, Cohen L. Association Between Acupoint Selection, Target Symptoms, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis in Real-Time Clinical Practice in a Comprehensive Cancer Center. Integr Cancer Ther 19:1534735420928490, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 32508209.
      12. Guo Y, Ng A, Molinares D. Functional Outcome of Patient Who Was Diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome Due to Immune Check Point Inhibitors. Muscle & Nerve 60(S1):45, 2019. e-Pub 2019.
      13. Liu W, Qdaisat A, Lopez G, Narayanan S, Underwood S, Spano M, Reddy A, Guo Y, Zhou S, Yeung SC, Bruera E, Garcia MK, Cohen L. Acupuncture for Hot Flashes in Cancer Patients: Clinical Characteristics and Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis as Predictors of Treatment Response. Integr Cancer Ther 18:1534735419848494, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31046489.
      14. Guo Y, Chang E, Bozkurt M, Park M, Liu D, Fu JB. Factors affecting hospital length of stay following pelvic exenteration surgery. J Surg Oncol 117(3):529-534, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29044540.
      15. Farinholt P, Park M, Guo Y, Bruera E, Hui D. A Comparison of the Accuracy of Clinician Prediction of Survival versus the Palliative Prognostic Index. J Pain Symptom Manage 55(3):792-797, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29221843.
      16. Ngo-Huang A, Yadav R, Fu JB, Liu D, Williams JL, Bruera E, Guo Y. Mobility Functional Outcomes of Neurofibromatosis Patients: A Preliminary Report. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 97(1):41-49, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29252406.
      17. Fu JB, Raj VS, Guo Y. A Guide to Inpatient Cancer Rehabilitation: Focusing on Patient Selection and Evidence-Based Outcomes. PM&R 9(9):S324 - S334, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 28942907.
      18. Bozkurt M, MD, Palmer L, PhD, Guo AY, MD. Effectiveness of decongestive lymphatic therapy in patients with lymphedema resulting from breast cancer treatment regardless of previous lymphedema treatment. The Breast Journal 23(2):154-158, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
      19. Guo Y, Fu J, Camp J, Shin KY, Tu S, Palmer LJ, Yadav R. Postacute Care in Cancer Rehabilitation. Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Clinics of North America 28(1):19-34, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 27912997.
      20. Wei S, Chen F, Chen H, Guo Y, Hui D, Yennurajalingam S, Chisholm G, Liu E, Liao Z, Yang L, Cheng H, Zhou Y, Guo H, Bruera E. Patients' and Family Members' Decision-Making and Information Disclosure Preferences in a Single-Center Survey in China: A Pilot Study. Am J Hosp Palliat Care 33(8):733-741, 2016. e-Pub 2016. PMID: 26019263.
      21. Guo Y, Koshy S, Hui D, Palmer JL, Shin K, Bozkurt M, Yusuf SW. Prognostic Value of Heart Rate Variability in Patients with Cancer. Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology 32(6):516-20, 2015. e-Pub 2015. PMID: 26629761.
      22. Dong YX, Chen H, Zheng YY, Guo Y, Kwon JH, Liu E, Guo H, Bruera E. Psychometric Validation of Edmonton Symptom Assessment System. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management 50(5):712-17, 2015. e-Pub 2015. PMID: 26386188.
      23. Fu J, Raj V, Asher A, Lee J, Guo Y, Konzen B, Bruera E. Inpatient Rehabilitation Performance of Patients with Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 95(12):2496-9, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 25051460.
      24. Guo Y, Jones D, Palmer JL, Forman A, Dakhil SR, Velasco MR, Weiss M, Gilman P, Mills GM, Noga SJ, Eng C, Overman MJ, Fisch MJ. Oral alpha-lipoic acid to prevent chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Support Care Cancer 22(5):1223-31, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 24362907.
      25. Nelson M, Palmer JL, Fu J, Williams JL, Yadav R, Guo Y. Hyponatraemia in cancer patients on an inpatient rehabilitation unit. Eur J Cancer Care 23(3):363-9, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 24127815.
      26. Garcia MK, Cohen L, Guo Y, Zhou Y, You B, Chiang J, Orlowski R, Weber D, Shah J, Alexanian R, Thomas S, Romaguera J, Zhang L, Badillo M, Chen Y, Wei Q, Lee R, Delasalle K, Green V, Wang M. Electroacupuncture for thalidomide/bortezomib-induced peripheral neuropathy in multiple myeloma: a feasibility study. Journal of Hematology & Oncology 7(41), 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 24886772.
      27. Nelson MB, Guo Y. A snapshot of inpatient cancer rehabilitation. J Cancer Educ 28(4):676-678, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 24037828.
      28. Fu JB, Lee J, PhD, Smith DW, Guo Y, Shin KY, Bruera E. Frequency and Reasons for Return to the Primary Acute Care Service among Lymphoma Patients Undergoing Inpatient Rehabilitation. PM&R 5(9):S144, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 24384360.
      29. Guo Y, Palmer JL, Strasser F, Yusuf SW, Bruera E. Heart rate variability as a measure of autonomic dysfunction in men with advanced cancer. European Journal of Cancer Care 22(5):612-616, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 23627642.
      30. Fu J, Gutiérrez C, Bruera E, Guo Y, Palla S. Use of injectable spasticity management agents in a cancer center. Support Care Cancer 21(5):1227-32, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 23142955.
      31. Fu JB, Lee J, Smith DW, Guo Y, Bruera E. Return to Primary Service Among Bone Marrow Transplant Rehabilitation Inpatients: An Index for Predicting Outcomes. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 94(2):356-61, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 23022262.
      32. Liao Z, Hao J, Guo Y, Reyes-Gibby CC, Guo H. Assessment of Cancer Pain Management Knowledge in Southwest China: A Survey of 259 physicians in small city and county hospitals. Journal of Palliative Medicine 16(6):692-695, 2012. e-Pub 2012. PMID: 23458651.
      33. Shin KY, Guo Y, Konzen B, Fu J, Yadav R, Bruera E. Inpatient Cancer Rehabilitation: the Experience of a National Comprehensive Cancer Center. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 90(5(suppl)):S63-S68, 2011. e-Pub 2011. PMID: 21765265.
      34. Jiang X, Liao Z, Hao J, Guo Y, Zhou Y, Ning L, Bai J, Zhang P, Tang C, Zhao X, Guo H. Palliative care education in china: insight into one medical university. J Pain Symptom Manage 41(4):796-800, 2011. e-Pub 2011. PMID: 21481736.
      35. Guo Y, Shin KY, Hainley S, Bruera E, Palmer JL. Inpatient Rehabilitation Improved Functional Status in Asthenic Patients with Solid and Hematologic Malignancies. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 90(4):265-71, 2011. e-Pub 2011. PMID: 21273895.
      36. Guo Y, Fu J, Palmer JL, Hanohano J, Cote C, Bruera E. Comparison of Post-operative Rehabilitation in Cancer Patients Undergoing Internal and External Hemipelvectomy. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 92(4):620-5, 2011. e-Pub 2011. PMID: 21440708.
      37. Guo Y, Chandran S, Palmer JL, Bruera E. The Influence of Hyperglycemia and Other Clinical Variables on Rehabilitation and Hospital Length of Stay After Neurosurgery in Patients With Cancer. Am J Hosp Palliat Care 28(2):90-3, 2011. e-Pub 2011. PMID: 20801919.
      38. Asher A, Palmer JL, Yadav RR, Yusuf SW, Konzen B, Bruera E, Guo Y. The Effects of a Brief Relaxation Program on Symptom Distress and Heart Rate Variability in Cancer Patients. Phys Med Rehabil 2(7):636-641, 2010. e-Pub 2010. PMID: 20659719.
      39. Guo Y, Palmer JL, Bianty J, Konzen B, Shin K, Bruera E. Advance directives and do-not-resuscitate orders in patients with cancer with metastatic spinal cord compression: advanced care planning implications. J Palliat Med 13(5):513-7, 2010. e-Pub 2010. PMID: 20192843.
      40. Fu JB, Parsons HA, Shin KY, Guo Y, Konzen BS, Yadav RR, Smith DW. Comparison of Functional Outcomes in Low- and High-Grade Astrocytoma Rehabilitation Inpatients. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 89(3):205-212, 2010. e-Pub 2010. PMID: 20068429.
      41. Fadul N, Strasser F, Palmer JL, Yusuf SW, Guo Y, Li Z, Allo J, Bruera E. The association between autonomic dysfunction and survival in male patients with advanced cancer: a preliminary report. J Pain Symptom Manage 39(2):283-90, 2010. e-Pub 2010. PMID: 20152590.
      42. Zhou Y, Garcia MK, Chang DZ, Chiang J, Lu J, Yi Q, Romaguera J, Delasalle K, Guo Y, Forman A, Fang W, Wang M. Multiple myeloma, painful neuropathy, acupuncture?. Am J Clin Oncol 32(3):319-325, 2009. e-Pub 2009.
      43. Guo Y, Persyn L, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Incidence of and risk factors for transferring cancer patients from rehabilitation to acute care units. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 87(8):647-53, 2008. e-Pub 2008.
      44. Guo Y, Hainley S, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Azotemia in cancer patients during inpatient rehabilitation. Am J Hosp Palliat Care 24(4):264-9, 2007. e-Pub 2007.
      45. Guo Y, LeDay-Jacobs C, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Psychosocial assessment of patients who have undergone inpatient cancer rehabilitation. Am J Hosp Palliat Care 24(3):196-201, 2007. e-Pub 2007.
      46. Guo Y, Young BL, Hainley S, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Evaluation and pharmacologic management of symptoms in cancer patients undergoing acute rehabilitation in a comprehensive cancer center. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 88(7):891-5, 2007. e-Pub 2007. PMID: 17601470.
      47. Guo Y, Palmer JL, Shen L, Kaur G, Willey J, Zhang T, Bruera E, Wolinsky JP, Gokaslan ZL. Bowel and bladder continence, wound healing, and functional outcomes in patients who underwent sacrectomy. J Neurosurg Spine 3(2):106-10, 2005. e-Pub 2005.
      48. Guo Y, Palmer JL, Kaur G, Hainley S, Young B, Bruera E. Nutritional status of cancer patients and its relationship to function in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. Support Care Cancer 13(3):169-75, 2005. e-Pub 2005. PMID: 15580364.
      49. Guo, Y, Persyn L, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Risk Factors for Medical Complications During Cancer Rehabilitation. Support Care Cancer 13:478, 2005. e-Pub 2005.
      50. Guo Y, Shin K. Unique use of botulinum toxin to decrease adductor tone and allow surgical excision of vulvar carcinoma. Int J Gynecol Cancer 14(1):100-3, 2004. e-Pub 2004.
      51. Guo Y, Young B, Palmer JL, Mun Y, Bruera E. Prognostic factors for survival in metastatic spinal cord compression: a retrospective study in a rehabilitation setting. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 82(9):665-8, 2003. e-Pub 2003.
      52. Guo Y, Shanti BF, Lehmann SD, Bruera E. Use of a prone transfer technique in patients with severe hip-flexion restrictions: A case series. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 84(6):912-4, 2003. e-Pub 2003.
      53. Guo Y, Collaco CR, Bruera E. Heterotopic ossification in critical illness and cancer: a report of 2 cases. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 83(6):855-9, 2002. e-Pub 2002.
      54. Guo Y, Chiou-Tan FY. Radial nerve injuries from gunshot wounds and other trauma: comparison of electrodiagnostic findings. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 81(3):207-11, 2002. e-Pub 2002.
      55. Guo Y, Yadav R. Improving the Patient’s Function after Total Sacrectomy Using a Lumbar-Sacral Corset: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 81(1):72-6, 2002. e-Pub 2002.
      56. Munster AM, Xiao GX, Guo Y, Wong LA, Winchurch RA. Control of endotoxemia in burn patients by use of polymyxin B. J Burn Care Rehabil 10(4):327-30, 1989. e-Pub 1989.

      Invited Articles

      1. Guo Y, Shin K. Rehabilitation needs of cancer patients. Critical Reviews in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 17:83-99, 2005. e-Pub 2005.

      Professional Educational Materials

      1. Guo, Y, Palmer JL, Kaur G, Hainley S, Young B, Bruera E. Nutritional Status of Cancer Patients and Its Relationship to Function in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Setting, 2005.
      2. Guo Y. Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation and Pain Patients, 2001.

      Other Articles

      1. Asher A, Guo Y Lymphedema Review. Lymphedema (PDQ), 2008.
      2. Guo Y Preventing Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathy. NCI Cancer Bulletin 5:11, 2008.
      3. Guo Y Clinical Trial of Alpha-Lipoic Acid to Prevent Platinum-induced Peripheral Neuropathy. NCI Cancer Bulletin, 2007.

      Abstracts

      1. Fu JB, Gupta E, Guo Y. The Use of Botulinum Toxin Injection for Post-Radiation Breast Cancer Survivors with Shoulder Pain. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 103(12):e115-e116, 2022. e-Pub 2022.
      2. Tennison JM, Guo Y, Fu JB, Bruera E. Improvement of Refractory Lower Extremity Edema with Multilayered Compression Bandaging: A Case. Support Care Cancer 26(Suppl 2):S286, 2018. e-Pub 2018.
      3. Guo Y, Camp JH, Tu SM, Shin K, Fu J, Bruera E. A Cross-sectional Study of Self-reported Difficulty in Climbing Up andDown Stairs as a Predictor of Falls and Functional Status in Elderly Patients with Prostate Cancer. European Journal of Palliative Care:85, 2015. e-Pub 2015.
      4. Guo Y, Koshy S, Palmer JL, Yusuf SW, Bruera E. Decreased Heart Rate Variability is Associated with Lower Survival in Cancer Patients. Sage Journals:637, 2014. e-Pub 2014.
      5. Guo H, Wei S, Guo Y, Hui D, Kwon JH, Gary. Patients’ and Family Members’ Decision Making and Information Disclosure Preferences: A Single-center Survey in China. Sage Journals:591, 2014. e-Pub 2014.
      6. Ngo-Huang A, Bruera E, Chisholm G, Guo Y. Functional Outcomes of Neurofibromatosis Patients who Received Inpatient Rehabilitation Interventions. Supportive Care in Cancer 22(suppl 1):S195, 2014. e-Pub 2014.
      7. Fu J, Lee J, Smith D, Guo Y, Shin K, Bruera E. Frequency and Reasons for Return to the Primary Acute Care Service among Lymphoma Patients Undergoing Inpatient Rehabilitation. PMR Journal 5(9S):S144, 2013. e-Pub 2013.
      8. Nelson M, Palmer J, Fu JB, Williams JL, Yadav RR, Guo Y. Effect of Hyponatremia on Cancer Patients' In-patient Rehabilitation Length of Stay. Journal of Clinical Oncology 31:e20626(20S), 2013. e-Pub 2013.
      9. Guo H, Shin K, Kwon JH, Fu J, Konzen B, Bruera E, Guo Y. Symptoms and Pharmacologic Management among Patients in an Outpatient Cancer Rehabilitation Clinic. European Journal Of Palliative Care:141, 2013. e-Pub 2013.
      10. Guo Y, Palmer J, Forman A, Dakhil S, Velasco M, Weiss M, Gilman P, Mills G, Noga S, Eng C, Overman M, Fisch M. A Randomized, Double-blinded, Placebo-controlled Trial of Oral Alpha Lipoic Acid to Prevent Platinum-induced polyneuropathy. Journal of Clinical Oncology 29(15S-9010):552s, 2011. e-Pub 2011.
      11. Hainley S, Guo Y. Understanding the Nurse's Perception of What Is Important for Them to Contribute to the Multidisciplinary Cancer Rehabilitation Team Weekly Conference. PM&R Journal 2(9S):S155, 2010. e-Pub 2010.
      12. Bruera E, Valero V, Breitbart W, Guo Y, Palmer J, Cohen M, Scott C, Lake M. A randomized, double-blind, controlled trial of methylphenidate for fatigue in patients with advanced cancer. Journal of Clinical Oncology 28:TPS321(15S), 2010. e-Pub 2010.
      13. Guo Y, Palmer J, Botello FV, Cao XS. Sural and Radial Sensory Responses in Patients with Sensory Polyneuropathy. Muscle & Nerve 38(4):1351-1352, 2008. e-Pub 2008.
      14. Guo Y, Bruera E. Risk Factors for Medical Complications During Cancer Rehabilitation. Support Care Cancer 16:478, 2008. e-Pub 2008.
      15. Abdelsayed M, Scheetz JS, Palmer JL, Bruera E, Guo Y. Comparison of Effectiveness of Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy in Breast Cancer Patients. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Annual Assembly, Honolulu, Hawaii, 2006. e-Pub 2006.
      16. Abdelsayed M, Scheetz JS, Palmer JL, Bruera E, Guo Y. Comparison of Effectiveness of Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy in Breast Cancer Patients With and Without Prior Lymphedema Treatment. Palliative Medicine. European Association for Palliative Care 4th Research Forum, Venice, Italy 20:370, 2006. e-Pub 2006.
      17. Palmer JL, Guo Y. Information for multiple measurements. Palliative Medicine. Eurpopean Association for Palliative Care 4th Research Forum, Venice, Italy 20:294, 2006. e-Pub 2006.
      18. Guo Y. Urgency in Treating Febrile Neutropenic Patient Harboring Multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas: A Case Report. Febrile Neutropenia 8th International Symposium, Athens, Greece, 2006. e-Pub 2006.
      19. Guo Y. Improvement in Function and Symptoms of Patient with Polyneuropathy by Using Combination of Modality and Functional Therapy. A Case Report. Society for Integrative Oncology 2nd International Conference, San Diego, California, 2005. e-Pub 2005.
      20. Guo, Y, Young B, Hainley S, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Symptomatology of Cancer Patients Who Underwent Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation in Comprehensive Cancer Center. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 66th Annual Assembly, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2005. e-Pub 2005.
      21. Young B, Guo Y. The Use of Vertebroplasty in Improving Pain Control for End-stage Prostate Cancer Patients: A Case Report. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 66th Annual Assembly, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2005. e-Pub 2005.
      22. Guo, Y, Young B, Hainley S, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Symptoms and Management of Symptoms in Cancer Patients Who Underwent Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation. American Society of Clinical Oncology 41st Annual Meeting. Orlando, Florida, 2005. e-Pub 2005.
      23. Guo, Y, Persyn L, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Risk factors for medical complications during cancer rehabilitation. Support Care in Cancer 13:747-748, 2005. e-Pub 2005.
      24. Guo, Y, Young B, Hainley S, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Symptoms and management of symptoms in cancer patients who underwent acute inpatient rehabilitation. Journal of Clinical Oncology 23((16S):8059):743, 2005. e-Pub 2005.
      25. Shin, K, Yadav R, Guo Y, Konzen B. Acute Inpatient Cancer Rehabilitation Unit (ACRU) Outcomes at an NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center. American Society of Clinical Oncology 40th Annual Meeting. New Orleans, Louisiana, 2004. e-Pub 2004.
      26. Guo, Y, Chandran S, Palmer JL, Shin KY, Bruera E. The Influence of Hyperglycemia and other Clinical Variables on Rehabilitation and Length of Stay (LOS) after Neurosurgical Procedure in Cancer Patients. Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer 16th International Symposium, Miami Beach, Florida, 2004. e-Pub 2004.
      27. Hainley, S, Guo Y, Palmer JL, Bruera E. Dehydration in Cancer Rehabilitation Patients”. Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting. Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA,, 2004. e-Pub 2004.
      28. Guo, Y, Young B, Palmer JL, Mun Y, Bruera E. Prognostic Factors for Survival in Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression: A Retrospective Study in a Rehabilitation Setting. Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting. Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, 2004. e-Pub 2004.
      29. Guo, Y, LeDay-Jacobs CA. Psychosocial Assessment by Social Worker for Patients who Underwent In-Patient Cancer Rehabilitation. Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting. Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, 2004. e-Pub 2004.
      30. Guo Y, LeDay-Jacobs CA. Psychosocial Assessment by Social Worker for Patients who Underwent In-Patient Cancer Rehabilitation. Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting. Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA,, 2004. e-Pub 2004.
      31. Guo Y. Is Bowel Diversion Necessary in Sacrectomy Patient?” . The North American Spine Society and the Japan Spine Research Society, Spine Across the Sea 2003. Maui, Hawaii, USA, 2003. e-Pub 2003.
      32. Guo, Y, Collaco C, Young B, Palmer L, Hainley S. The Prevalence of Malnutrition in Cancer Patients and its Association with Physical Function. IV Asian Congress of Nutrition. New Delhi, India, 2003. e-Pub 2003.
      33. Guo, Y, Shin K. Unique use of Botulinum Toxin A (Botox) to Decrease Hip Adductor Tone, Allowing Surgical Excision of Vulva Carcinoma: A Case Report. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 63rd Annual Assembly, Orlando, Florida, 2002. e-Pub 2002.
      34. Guo, Y, Bruera E. Differential Diagnosis in Cancer Patient: Case Reports of Vertebral Body Compression Fracture Related to Chemoradiation Therapy. European Journal of Palliative Care: Abstracts of the 7th Congress of the European Association for Palliative Care:98, 2001. e-Pub 2001.
      35. Guo Y. New Method of Transfer-Prone Transfer in Patients with Restricted Hip Range of Motion: Case Series. 1st World Congress of the International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine:122, 2001. e-Pub 2001.
      36. Young, B, Guo Y. Vertebroplasty as a Pain Control Option for a Patient with Metastatic Spinal Bone Lesion, A Case Report. 1st World Congress of the International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine:78, 2001. e-Pub 2001.

      Book Chapters

      1. Guo Y, Schaverien M. Assessment and Management of Lymphedema. In: Textbook of Palliative Care and Supportive Care, 2019.
      2. Konzen B, Guo Y, Shin K. Rehabilitation in the Acute and Chronic Care Setting. In: Textbook of Palliative Care and Supportive Care. Second, 1265, 2015.
      3. Guo, Y, Konzen B. Assessment and Management of Lymphedema. In: Textbook of Palliative Care and Supportive Care. Second, 817, 2015.
      4. Guo Y. Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 49-50, 2013.
      5. Guo Y. Plexopathy: Brachial. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 106-107, 2013.
      6. Guo Y. Mastectomy: Reconstruction Concerns. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 89-90, 2013.
      7. Guo Y. Chemotherapy: Peripheral Neuropathy. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 55-56, 2013.
      8. Guo Y. Cranial Nerve XI Injury Associated with Radical Neck Dissection. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 60-61, 2013.
      9. Guo Y. Gout. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 78-79, 2013.
      10. Guo Y. Plexopathy: Lumbosacral. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 108-109, 2013.
      11. Guo Y. Mastectomy: Treatment Complications. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 91-92, 2013.
      12. Guo Y. Steroid Myopathy. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 130-131, 2013.
      13. Guo Y. Nontraditional Treatments: Acupuncture. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 144, 2013.
      14. Guo Y. Asthenia. In: Cancer Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference Series). Demos Medical Publishing, 47-48, 2013.
      15. Yadav R, Shin KY, Guo Y, Konzen B. Cancer Rehabilitation. In: Medical Care of Cancer Patients. BC Decker, 563-570, 2009.
      16. Guo Y, Truong AN. Rehabilitation of Patients with Breast Cancer. In: M. D. Anderson Cancer Care Series, Breast Cancer. 2nd. Springer, 485-504, 2008.
      17. Guo Y, Konzen B. Lymphedema. The assessment and management of lymphedema. In: Textbook of Palliative Medicine. Hodder Arnold, 787-96, 2006.
      18. Gillis, T, Yadav R, Guo Y. Rehabilitation of Patients with Neurological Tumors and Tumor-Related Disabilities. In: Cancer in the Nervous System. Oxford University Press, 470-92, 2002.
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