Z-Hye Lee
Department of Plastic Surgery, Division of Surgery
About Z-Hye Lee
Dr. Z-Hye Lee is an assistant professor of the Department of Plastic Surgery at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Dr. Lee specializes in reconstructive surgery and microsurgery specifically involving head and neck reconstruction and breast reconstruction. Dr. Lee has authored over 45 peer-reviewed scientific publications and book chapters.
Dr. Lee received her undergraduate education at Dartmouth College. After obtaining her Medical Doctorate with Alpha Omega Alpha honors from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 2010, she went on to complete her integrated plastic surgery residency at New York University Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery. Upon completion of her fellowship in Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Lee was recruited to join the faculty of the Department of Plastic Surgery at MD Anderson.
Present Title & Affiliation
Primary Appointment
Assistant Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Division of Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Dual/Joint/Adjunct Appointment
Assistant Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Education & Training
Degree-Granting Education
| 2014 | New York University School of Medical, New York, New York, US, MD |
| 2010 | Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire, US, Psychological and Brain Science, BA |
Postgraduate Training
| 2020-2021 | Clinical Fellowship, Plastic Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas |
| 2014-2020 | Clinical Residency, Plastic Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, New York |
Licenses & Certifications
| 2022 | American Board of Plastic Surgery |
Experience & Service
Administrative Appointments/Responsibilities
Department Physician Assistant / Faculty Liaison, Department of Plastic Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, 2024 - Present
Medical Student Clerkship Director, Department of Plastic Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2022 - Present
Faculty Senate, Department of Plastic Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2022 - Present
Institutional Committee Activities
Member, Young Microsurgeons Committee, 2024 - Present
Member, Annual Meeting Educational Program Committee, 2023 - Present
Member, Visiting Professors Committee, 2023 - Present
Member, Chair Search Committee, 2023 - Present
Member, Women Plastic Surgeons, 2022 - Present
Member, Young Plastic Surgeons, 2022 - Present
Member, Scientific Review Committee #2, 2022 - Present
Member, Head & Neck Reconstruction Research Group Lead, 2022 - Present
Member, Facial Paralysis Working Group Lead, 2022 - Present
Honors & Awards
| 2020 | "Best United States Paper" in 2019, Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery |
| 2015 | Gold Humanism Honor Society |
| 2014 | Arthur Zitrin Award in Bioethics |
| 2013 | Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society |
| 2010 | Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society |
| 2008 | Dartmouth College Endowed Presidential Scholarship |
Professional Memberships
Selected Presentations & Talks
Local Presentations
- 2019. Updated Algorithm for Recipient Vessel Selection in Traumatic Lower Extremity Reconstruction. Conference. New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. New York, NY, US.
- 2019. Timing of Microsurgical Reconstruction in Lower Extremity Trauma: An Update of the Godina Paradigm. Conference. New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. New York, NY, US.
Regional Presentations
- 2023. Outcomes in Fibula Free Flap Reconstruction for Treatment of Mandibular Osteonecrosis. Conference. Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. Nassau, BS.
- 2018. Comparing Reconstructive Outcomes in Patients with Gustilo Type IIIB Fractures and Concomitant Arterial Injuries. Conference. Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons 35th Annual Meeting. Boston, MA, US.
- 2013. Use of Virtual Surgery for Reconstruction of Mandibular Condyle Defects: An Analysis of Functional Outcomes. Conference. The Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Washington, DC, US.
National Presentations
- 2025. Reconstructing The Reconstructed: A 30-year Analysis Of Repeat Mandibular Osteoradionecrosis Management. Poster. American Association of Plastic Surgery Meeting 2025. Austin, TX, US.
- 2025. Reconstructing the Reconstructed: A 30-year Analysis of Repeat Mandibular Osteoradionecrosis Management. Poster. American Association of Plastic Surgeons 2025 Meeting. Austin, TX, US.
- 2025. Less Time, Better Outcomes: The Case for Soft Tissue Flaps in Condyle-less Mandibular Osteoradionecrosis. Poster. Austin, TX, US.
- 2025. Anderson Mandibular Osteoradinecrosis Speech and Swallow Tool (AMOSST): A Validated Highly Predictive, Machine Learning-Powered Predictor of Postoperative Outcomes. Poster. American Association of Plastic Surgeons 2025 Meeting. Austin, TX, US.
- 2025. Oncologic Maxillary Reconstruction Outcomes: 22-year Experience Of 432 Cases. Conference. American Association of Plastic Surgery Meeting 2025. Austin, TX, US.
- 2025. Classification And Reconstructive Algorithm Of Mandibular Osteoradionecrosis. Poster. American Association of Plastic Surgery Meeting 2025. Austin, TX, US.
- 2025. An Algorithmic Approach to Sequential Free Flaps in Head and Neck Reconstruction. Invited. American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery 2025 Meeting. Kona, HI, US.
- 2025. Functional Outcomes Following Tors Oropharyngectomy with Free Flap Reconstruction. Invited. American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery 2025 Meeting. Kona, HI, US.
- 2025. Outcomes of Pediatric Head and Neck Free Flap Reconstruction in the Oncologic Setting. Invited. American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery 2025 Meeting. Kona, HI, US.
- 2025. Bony Reconstruction for Oncologic Maxillary Reconstruction: Indications and Outcomes. Invited. American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery 2025 Meeting. Kona, HI, US.
- 2025. Contemporary Trends in Microvascular Scalp Reconstruction. Invited. American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery 2025 Meeting. Kona, HI, US.
- 2024. MD Anderson Skull Base Reconstruction: Facial Reanimation Strategies. Invited. Skull Base Course. Houston, TX, US.
- 2024. Nipple Sparing Mastectomy Candidacy:. Invited. American Society of Breast Surgeons Live Series, US.
- 2024. Innovations in Head & Neck Reconstruction. Invited. American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting 2024. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2024. Mind the Gap: Early Rehabilitation in Soft Tissue Head & Neck Reconstruction. Invited. MD Anderson HN Collaborative Webinar. Houston, TX, US.
- 2024. Propeller Flap Closure Is Superior To Skin Grafts For Reconstruction Of The Osteocutaneous Fibula Flap Donor Site: Anatomical Considerations And Outcomes. Poster. American Association of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Boston, MA, US.
- 2024. Management of the Facial Nerve in the Oncologic Setting. Invited. Baylor College of Medicine Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds. Houston, TX, US.
- 2024. Outcomes of Facial Paralysis Reconstruction in the Oncologic Setting: 20-year Experience of 270 Cases. Conference. American Association of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting 2024. Boston, MA, US.
- 2024. Successful Rhinectomy and Maxillary Defect Reconstruction with an Osteocutaneous Medial Femoral Condyle Free Flap. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Nassau, BS.
- 2024. A Descriptive Analysis of Facial Nerve Grafting Outcomes in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Free and Local Flap Reconstruction. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Nassau, BS.
- 2024. The Effect of Donor Nerve Subtype on Facial Nerve Grafting Outcomes in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Facial Reanimation. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Nassau, BS.
- 2024. Anatomy and Clinical Outcomes of the Local Propeller Flap for Closure of Osteocutaneous Free Fibula Flap Donor Site. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Nassau, BS.
- 2024. Outcomes of Static Procedures to Address Facial Paralysis in the Oncologic Setting. Poster. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Nassau, BS.
- 2023. Facial Reanimation in Head and Neck Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Conference. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Austin, TX, US.
- 2023. Free Fibula Mandible Reconstruction for Osteoradionecrosis is More Challenging than for Primary Cancer. Conference. Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2023. Austin, TX, US.
- 2023. Nipple Sparing Mastectomy As the Rule, Not the Exception. Invited. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Austin, TX, US.
- 2023. Pedicled Perforator Flaps, Propeller Flaps, and Keystone Flaps. Invited. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Austin, TX, US.
- 2023. State of the Art Mohs Reconstruction from the Puzzle Masters. Invited. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Austin, TX, US.
- 2023. The Early Career Cycle of Microsurgeons. Invited. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Meeting 2023. Aventura, FL, US.
- 2022. Introduction of Targeted Muscle Reinnervation (TMR) and Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interfaces (RPNIs) for Chronic Pain Control and Prosthetic Function at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Conference. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2022. Boston, MA, US.
- 2022. Virtual Surgical Planning Flattens the Learning Curve for Free Fibula Flap Mandible Reconstruction: A Propensity Score-Matched Cohort Study. Conference. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Boston, MA, US.
- 2022. Do Corporate Payments Influence Research Related to the Use of Acellular Dermal Matrices in Breast Surgery?. Conference. Plastic Surgery Research Council 67th Annual Meeting. Toronto, CA.
- 2021. A Look Back at Forty Years of Microvascular Head and Neck Reconstruction. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting, US.
- 2020. Double-Barrel Technique Improves Outcome in Free Fibula Flap Reconstruction of Anterior Mandibular Defects. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting 2020. Fort Lauderdale, FL, US.
- 2019. Comparing Single-and Dual-Portal Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release Using Patient-Reported Outcomes: A Systematic Review of the Literature. Poster. American Society for Surgery of the Hand Meeting Annual Meeting. Las Vegas, NV, US.
- 2019. Timing of Microsurgical Reconstructiion in Lower Extremity Trauma: An Update of the Godina Paradigm. Conference. Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. Baltimore, MD, US.
- 2019. Timing of Microsurgical Reconstruction in Lower Extremity Trauma: An Update of the Godina Paradigm. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Palm Springs, CA, US.
- 2019. Comparing Reconstructive Outcomes in Patients with Gustilo Type IIIB Fractures and Concomitant Arterial Injuries. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Palm Springs, CA, US.
- 2019. Customized Reconstruction Plates: The Latest Innovation in Mandibular Reconstruction with Free Fibula Flaps. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Palm Springs, CA, US.
- 2019. Vein Size Mismatch Increases Flap Failure in Lower Extremity Trauma Free Flap Reconstruction. Poster. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Palm Springs, CA, US.
- 2018. Predictors of Postoperative Blood Transfusion in Digit Revascularization and Replantation. Conference. American Society of Plastic Surgery Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2018. Comparing Reconstructive Outcomes in Patients with Gustilo Type IIIB Fractures and Concomitant Arterial Injuries. Conference. Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. Birmingham, AL, US.
- 2018. Timing of Traumatic Lower Free Flap Reconstruction: Does Time to Coverage Impact Outcomes?. Conference. Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. Birmingham, AL, US.
- 2018. Comparison of Outcomes Between Muscle and Fasciocutaneous Free Flaps in Foot and Ankle Reconstruction. Conference. Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. Birmingham, AL, US.
- 2018. Proximal Versus Distal Recipient Vessels in Traumatic Lower Extremity Microvascular Reconstruction: A 37-Year Retrospective Series. Conference. American Association of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Seattle, WA, US.
- 2018. Lessons Learned from 40 Years of Traumatic Lower Extremity Free Flaps: Infow, Outflow, Takebacks, and Failures. Conference. American Association of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Seattle, WA, US.
- 2018. Lessons Learned from 40 Years of Traumatic Lower Extremity Free Flaps: Inflow, Outflow, Takebacks, and Failures. Conference. Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. Birmingham, AL, US.
- 2018. Proximal and Distal Recipient Vessels are Associates with Equivalent Outcomes in Lower Extremity Trauma Free Flap Reconstruction: A 312 Patient Series and Systematic Review. Conference. Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. Birmingham, AL, US.
- 2018. Two Veins Reduce Muscle Free Flap Complications in Lower Extremity Reconstruction. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Phoenix, AZ, US.
- 2018. Use of Microvascular Free Flaps in Pediatric Lower Extremity Trauma. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Phoenix, AZ, US.
- 2018. Poster Presentation: Reconstruction of Gustilo Type IIIC Injuries of the Lower Extremity. Poster. American Association for Hand Surgery Annual Meeting. Phoenix, AZ, US.
- 2018. Radiographic and Clinical Analysis of Double Barrel Fibula Flaps for Mandibular Reconstruction. Poster. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Phoenix, AZ, US.
- 2018. Are We Prepared for the Inevitable? A Survey on Defining and Managing Failure in Face Transplantation. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Phoenix, AZ, US.
- 2018. Salvaging Traumatic Lower Extremity Amputation Stumps with Microsurgical Free Tissue Transfer. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Phoenix, AZ, US.
- 2018. Risk Factors for Flap Failure and Wound Complications in Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction for Diabetic Lower Extremity Limb Salvage. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Phoenix, AZ, US.
- 2018. 3-2-1 Runoff Risk Assessment: Prognostic Value of Arterial Injury in Traumatic Limb Salvage. Conference. American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Phoenix, AZ, US.
- 2017. Examining Surgical and Patient-Reported Outcomes in the Operative Management of Peripheral Neurofibromas. Conference. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2017. Functional Outcomes after Digit Replants and Revascularizations. Conference. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2017. The Relationship of Postoperative Blood Transfusions to Number of Veins Repaired in Replanted Digits. Poster. American Society for Surgery of the Hand Annual Meeting. San Francisco, CA, US.
- 2017. Survival After Digit Replantation and Revascularization is not Affected by the Use of Grafts During Arterial Repair. Conference. American Society for Surgery of the Hand Meeting. San Francisco, CA, US.
- 2017. 35 Years of Lower Extremity Take-Backs: Free Flap Influences Salvage Outcomes. Conference. Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. Durham, NC, US.
- 2017. Optimizing Venous Outflow in Lower Extremity Free Flaps: Are Two Veins Better Than One?. Conference. Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. Durham, NC, US.
- 2017. Survival Rate of Revascularization and Replantation of Digits with Vein Graft Versus Direct Arterial Anastomosis. Conference. American Society for Surgery of the Hand Annual Meeting. San Francisco, CA, US.
- 2017. Factors Associated with Leech Therapy in Digit Revascularization and Replantation. Poster. American Association for Hand Surgery Annual Meeting. Waikoloa, HI, US.
- 2017. Leech Therapy in Digit Revascularization: Is it Worth it?. Poster. American Association for Hand Surgery Annual Meeting. Waikoloa, HI, US.
- 2017. Mangled Upper Extremity Injuries: Trends in Demographics, Injury Patterns and Outcomes at a Metropolitan Level 1 Trauma Center. Poster. American Association for Hand Surgery Annual Meeting. Waikoloa, HI, US.
- 2016. A Prospective Study Using Validated Outcome Instruments for Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy for Facial Rejuvenation. Poster. American Association of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. New York, NY, US.
- 2016. Poster Presentation: One-Stage Functional Composite Reconstruction of Limb-Sparing Sarcoma Resections. Poster. American Association of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. New York, NY, US.
- 2015. Reconstruction of Congenital Mandibular Hypoplasia with Microvascular Free Fibula Flaps in the Pediatric Population: A Paradigm Shift. Conference. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Boston, MA, US.
- 2015. Platelet Rich Therapy for Facial Rejuvenation: A Systematic Review of the Literature. Conference. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Boston, MA, US.
- 2013. Adipose Stem Cell Therapy in Cancer Reconstruction: A Critical Review. Conference. American Society of Plastic Surgery The Meeting. San Diego, CA, US.
International Presentations
- 2022. Comparing Donor Site Morbidity or Autologous Breast Reconstruction: Thigh vs. Abdomen. Conference. European Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. Vienna, AT.
- 2013. A Clinical Review of 127 Profunda Artery Perforator (PAP) Flaps for Breast Reconstruction. Conference. A Clinical Review of 127 Profunda Artery Perforator (PAP) Flaps for Breast Reconstruction. New York, US.
Grant & Contract Support
| Date: | 2021 - 2024 |
| Title: | Method for assessing women’s perceptions of their appearance in the context of breast cancer care |
| Funding Source: | National Health Institute |
| Role: | Key |
| ID: | R21EB031317 |
Selected Publications
Peer-Reviewed Articles
- Lee, Z, Ha, A, Shuck, JW, Chang, EI, Largo, RD, Hanasono, MM, Garvey, PB, Yu, P. Closure of the osteocutaneous fibula flap donor site with a tonearm (propeller) flap. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery 100:240-247, 2025. e-Pub 2025. PMID: 39667177.
- Lee ZH, Shuck JW, Largo RD, Chang EI, Hanasono MM, Yu P, Garvey PB. Free fibula mandible reconstruction for osteoradionecrosis is more challenging than for primary cancer. Head Neck, 2024. e-Pub 2024. PMID: 38847334.
- Contrera KJ, Hassan AM, Shuck JW, Bobian M, Ha AY, Chang EI, Garvey PB, Roubaud MS, Lee ZH, Hanasono MM, Gross ND, Myers JN, Yu P, Largo RD. Outcomes for 160 Consecutive Lateral Arm Free Flaps for Head and Neck Reconstruction. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 2024. e-Pub 2024. PMID: 38037485.
- Chu CK, Largo RD, Lee ZH, Adelman DM, Egro F, Winocour S, Reece EM, Selber JC, Butler CE. Introduction of the L-PAP Flap: Bipedicled, Conjoined, and Stacked Thigh-Based Flaps for Autologous Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg 152(6):1005e-1010e, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 37010466.
- Lee ZH, Daar DA, Yu JW, Kaoutzanis C, Saadeh PB, Thanik V, Levine JP. Updates in Traumatic Lower Extremity Free Flap Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg 152(5):913e-918e, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 36917749.
- Kaplan J, Lee ZH, Grome L, Yao CMKL, Mericli AF, Roubaud MS, Largo RD, Garvey PB. Sensory Outcomes for Inferior Alveolar Nerve Reconstruction with Allograft following Free Fibula Mandible Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg 152(3):499e-506e, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 36780351.
- Lee ZH, Diep GK, Brydges HT, Berman ZP, Alfonso AR, Ramly EP, Chaya BF, Thanik VD. Do Corporate Payments Influence Research Related to the Use of Acellular Dermal Matrices in Breast Surgery?. Plast Reconstr Surg 152(3):376e-384e, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 36827475.
- Wang H, Nicklaus K, Jewett E, Rehani E, Chen TA, Engelmann J, Bordes MC, Chopra D, Reece GP, Lee ZH, Markey MK. Assessing saliency models of observers' visual attention on acquired facial differences. J Med Imaging (Bellingham) 10(Suppl 1):S11908, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 37091297.
- Ismail T, Kurlander DE, Lee ZH, Lunger A, Shuck JW, Largo RD, Chang EI. The Medial Femoral Condyle Flap: A Novel Versatile Tool for Complex Microvascular Maxillofacial Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg 151(1):115e-119e, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 36576826.
- Lee ZH, Cripps C, Rodriguez ED. Current Concepts in Maxillary Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg 150(1):168e-175e, 2022. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 35583953.
- Liao CD, Abdou SA, Daar DA, Lee ZH, Thanik V. Patient-Centred Outcomes Following Open Carpal Tunnel Release: A Systematic Review of the Current Literature. J Hand Surg Asian Pac Vol 27(3):430-438, 2022. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 35808883.
- Lee ZH, Chu CK, Asaad M, Liu J, Selber JC, Butler CE, Largo RD. Comparing Donor Site Morbidity for Autologous Breast Reconstruction: Thigh vs. Abdomen. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open 10(3):e4215, 2022. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 35350144.
- Lee ZH, Ramly EP, Alfonso AR, Daar DA, Kaoutzanis C, Kantar RS, Thanik V, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Dangle Protocols in Lower Extremity Reconstruction. J Surg Res 266:77-87, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 33989891.
- Kantar RS, Berman ZP, Diep GK, Ramly EP, Alfonso AR, Sosin M, Lee ZH, Rifkin WJ, Kaoutzanis C, Yu JW, Ceradini DJ, Daghter NN, Levine JP. Hepatic Artery Microvascular Anastomosis in Liver Transplantation: A Symstematic Review of the Literature. Ann Plast Surg 86(1):96-102, 2021. e-Pub 2021.
- Lee ZH, Alfonso AR, Ramly EP, Kantar RS, Yu JW, Daar D, Hirsch DL, Jacobson A, Levine JP. The Latest Evolution in Virtual Surgical Planning: Customized Reconstruction Plates in Free Fibula Flap Mandibular Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg 146(4):872-879, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 32590512.
- Kaoutzanis C, Yu JW, Lee ZH, Davary A, Fleisher KE, Levine JP. Mandibular Reconstruction with Free Fibula Flap for Medication-related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw in Patients with Multiple Myeloma. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open 8(10):e3186, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 33173694.
- Milone MT, Klifto CS, Lee ZH, Thanik V, Hacquebord JH. Relationships Between Vein Repairs, Postoperative Transfusions, and Survival in Single Digit Replantation. Hand (N Y) 15(4):488-494, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 30762426.
- Lee ZH, Abdou SA, Ramly EP, Daar DA, Stranix JT, Anzai L, Saadeh PB, Levine JP, Thanik VD. Larger free flap size is associated with increased complications in lower extremity trauma reconstruction. Microsurgery 40(4):473-478, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 31912944.
- Yu JW, Rifkin WJ, Lee ZH, Borab Z, Alfonso AR, Thanik VD, Levine JP. Does Laterality of Lower Extremity Donor Site Affect Outcomes in Microvascular Soft Tissue Lower Extremity Reconstruction?. J Reconstr Microsurg 36(4):289-293, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 31994158.
- Lee ZH, Daar DA, Stranix JT, Anzai L, Levine JP, Saadeh PB, Thanik VD. Free-Flap Reconstruction for Diabetic Lower Extremity Limb Salvage. J Surg Res 248:165-170, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 31923832.
- Stranix JT, Azoury S, Lee ZH, Kozak G, Plana N, Thanik VD, Saadeh PB, Levine JP, Levin LS, Kovach SJ. Matched Comparison of Microsurgical Anastomoses Performed with Loupes Magnification Versus Operating Microscope in Traumatic Lower Extremity Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg 145(1):235-240, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 31609285.
- Lee ZH, Daar DA, Stranix JT, Anzai L, Thanik VD, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Risk factors for microvascular free flaps in pediatric lower extremity trauma. Microsurgery 40(1):44-50, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 30675735.
- Lee ZH, Abdou SA, Daar DA, Anzai L, Stranix JT, Thanik V, Levine JP, Saadeh PB. Comparing Outcomes for Fasciocutaneous versus Muscle Flaps in Foot and Ankle Free Flap Reconstruction. J Reconstr Microsurg 35(9):646-651, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31146290.
- Lee ZH, Alfonso AR, Stranix JT, Anzai L, Daar DA, Ceradini DJ, Levine JP, Saadeh PB, Thanik V. Vein Size Mismatch Increases Flap Failure in Lower Extremity Trauma Free Flap Reconstruction. J Reconstr Microsurg 35(8):587-593, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31067583.
- Ricci JA, Abdou SA, Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Anzai L, Thanik VD, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Reconstruction of Gustilo Type IIIC Injuries of the Lower Extremity. Plast Reconstr Surg 144(4):982-987, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31568316.
- Savetsky IL, Aschen SZ, Salibian AA, Howard K, Lee ZH, Frangos SG, Thanik VD. A Novel Mangled Upper Extremity Injury Assessment Score. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open 7(9):e2449, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31942406.
- Lee ZH, Stranix JT, Rifkin WJ, Daar DA, Anzai L, Ceradini DJ, Thanik V, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Timing of Microsurgical Reconstruction in Lower Extremity Trauma: An Update of the Godina Paradigm. Plast Reconstr Surg 144(3):759-767, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31461042.
- Lee ZH, Lopez CD, Plana NM, Caplan AL, Rodriguez ED. Are We Prepared for the Inevitable? A Survey on Defining and Managing Failure in Face Transplantation. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open 7(5):e2055, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31333919.
- Lee ZH, Cohen JM, Daar D, Anzai L, Hacquebord J, Thanik V. Quantifying outcomes for leech therapy in digit revascularization and replantation. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 44(4):414-418, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 30636508.
- Ricci JA, Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Jacoby A, Anzai L, Thanik VD, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Comparing Reconstructive Outcomes in Patients with Gustilo Type IIIB Fractures and Concomitant Arterial Injuries. Plast Reconstr Surg 143(5):1522-1529, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31033835.
- Lee ZH, Klifto CS, Milone MT, Cohen JM, Daar DA, Anzai L, Thanik VD, Hacquebord JH. Survival after Digit Replantation and Revascularization Is Not Affected by the Use of Interpositional Grafts during Arterial Repair. Plast Reconstr Surg 143(3):551e-557e, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 30601326.
- Lee ZH, Sinno S, Poudrier G, Motosko CC, Chiodo M, Saia W, Gothard D, Thomson JE, Hazen A. Platelet Rich Plasma for Photodamaged Skin: A Pilot Study. J Cosmet Dermatol 18(1):77-83, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 29855132.
- Milone MT, Klifto C, Lee ZH, Thanik VD, Hacquebord J. The Relationships Between Vein Repairs, Postoperative Transfusions and Survival in Single Digit Replantation. Hand (NY), 2019. e-Pub 2019.
- Stranix JT, Rifkin WJ, Lee ZH, Anzai L, Jacoby A, Ceradini DJ, Thanik V, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Comparison of Hand-Sewn versus Coupled Venous Anastomoses in Traumatic Lower Extremity Reconstruction. J Reconstr Microsurg 35(1):31-36, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 29906811.
- Lee ZH, Reavey PL, Rodriguez ED, Chiu ES, Caplan AL. Ethical Issues in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgical Innovation: Perspectives of Plastic Surgeons. Plast Reconstr Surg 143(1):346-351, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 30589815.
- Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Anzai L, Jacoby A, Avraham T, Saadeh PB, Levine JP, Thanik VD. Optimizing venous outflow in reconstruction of Gustilo IIIB lower extremity traumas with soft tissue free flap coverage: Are two veins better than one?. Microsurgery 38(7):745-751, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29194743.
- Stranix JT, Jacoby A, Lee ZH, Anzai L, Saadeh PB, Thanik V, Levine JP. Skin Paddles Improve Muscle Flap Salvage Rates After Microvascular Compromise in Lower Extremity Reconstruction. Ann Plast Surg 81(1):68-70, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29746277.
- Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Lam G, Mirrer J, Rapp T, Saadeh PB. Limb-sparing sarcoma reconstruction with functional composite thigh flaps. Microsurgery 38(5):466-472, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 28990718.
- Lee ZH, Avraham T, Monaco C, Patel AA, Hirsch DL, Levine JP. Optimizing Functional Outcomes in Mandibular Condyle Reconstruction With the Free Fibula Flap Using Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing Technology. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 76(5):1098-1106, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29222966.
- Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Jacoby A, Anzai L, Mirrer J, Avraham T, Thanik V, Levine JP, Saadeh PB. Forty Years of Lower Extremity Take-Backs: Flap Type Influences Salvage Outcomes. Plast Reconstr Surg 141(5):1282-1287, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29697629.
- Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Jacoby A, Anzai L, Avraham T, Thanik VD, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Not All Gustilo Type IIIB Fractures Are Created Equal: Arterial Injury Impacts Limb Salvage Outcomes. Plast Reconstr Surg 140(5):1033-1041, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 29068940.
- Cleveland EC, Zampell J, Avraham T, Lee ZH, Hirsch D, Levine JP. Reconstruction of Congenital Mandibular Hypoplasia With Microvascular Free Fibula Flaps in the Pediatric Population: A Paradigm Shift. J Craniofac Surg 28(1):79-83, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 27875515.
- Monaco C, Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Hirsch D, Levine JP, Saadeh PB. A Modified Approach to Extensive Oromandibular Reconstruction Using Free Fibula Flaps. J Craniofac Surg 28(1):93-96, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 27977482.
- Allen RJ Jr, Lee ZH, Mayo JL, Levine J, Ahn C, Allen RJ Sr. The Profunda Artery Perforator Flap Experience for Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg 138(5):968-975, 2016. e-Pub 2016. PMID: 27391834.
- Alperovich M, Golinko MS, Lee ZH, Runyan CM, Staffenberg DA. Parental Perceptions of Neurodevelopment in Toddlers Following Craniosynostosis Repair. J Craniofac Surg 27(4):835-8, 2016. e-Pub 2016. PMID: 27192656.
- Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Bellamy J, Rifkind K, Thanik V. Indications for Plain Radiographs in Uncomplicated Lower Extremity Cellulitis. Acad Radiol 22(11):1439-42, 2015. e-Pub 2015. PMID: 26341540.
- Alperovich M, Choi M, Frey JD, Lee ZH, Levine JP, Saadeh PB, Shapiro RL, Axelrod DM, Guth AA, Karp NS. Nipple-sparing mastectomy in patients with prior breast irradiation: are patients at higher risk for reconstructive complications?. Plast Reconstr Surg 134(2):202e-206e, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 25068341.
- Lee ZH, Lewing NW, Moak S, Friedlander PL, Chiu ES. Male breast cancer metastasis to the oral mucosa and face. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 67(2):277-8, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 23988342.
- Lee ZH, Khoobehi K, Chiu ES. Autologous fat grafting for treatment of facial atrophy in Behcet's disease: a case report. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 66(12):1759-62, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 23642794.
Invited Articles
- Lee Z, Garvey PB, Elmorsi R, Ha A, Chang EI, Hanasono MM, Largo R, Yu P. Classification and Reconstructive Algorithm of Mandibular Osteoradionecrosis, 2025.
Review Articles
- Elmorsi, R, Lee, Z, Ismail, T, Largo, RD. Profunda Artery Perforator Flaps in Head and Neck Reconstruction. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America 36(4):475-487, 2024. e-Pub 2024. PMID: 39343465.
- Lee ZH, Canzi A, Yu J, Chang EI. Expanding the Armamentarium of Donor Sites in Microvascular Head and Neck Reconstruction. J Clin Med 13(5), 2024. e-Pub 2024. PMID: 38592147.
- Lee ZH, Hanasono MM. Pharyngeaoesophageal Reconstruction. Otolaryngol Clin North Am 56(4):687-702, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 37221117.
- Lee, Z, Chang, EI, Hanasono, MM. Management of the Facial Nerve in the Oncologic Setting. Current Surgery Reports 11(7):155-161, 2023. e-Pub 2023.
- Lee ZH, Ismail T, Shuck JW, Chang EI. Innovative Strategies in Microvascular Head and Neck Reconstruction. Medicina (Kaunas) 59(7), 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 37512006.
- McMahon HA, Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Levine JP. Management of Gustilo Type IIIC Injuries in the Lower Extremity. Clin Plast Surg 48(2):267-276, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 33674048.
- Lee ZH, Stranix JT, Levine JP. The Optimal Timing of Traumatic Lower Extremity Reconstruction: Current Consensus. Clin Plast Surg 48(2):259-266, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 33674047.
- Lee J, Yu JW, Lee ZH, Levine JP, Jacobson AS. Alexis Retractor: Institutional Experience of Its Applications in Head and Neck Surgery and Review of the Literature. Cleft Palate Craniofac J 57(5):656-659, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 31960710.
- Stranix JT, Borab ZM, Rifkin WJ, Jacoby A, Lee ZH, Anzai L, Ceradini DJ, Thanik V, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Proximal versus Distal Recipient Vessels in Lower Extremity Reconstruction: A Retrospective Series and Systematic Review. J Reconstr Microsurg 34(5):334-340, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29625505.
- Lee ZH, Stranix JT, Anzai L, Sharma S. Surgical anatomy of the first extensor compartment: A systematic review and comparison of normal cadavers vs. De Quervain syndrome patients. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 70(1):127-131, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 27693273.
- Sinno S, Mehta K, Lee ZH, Kidwai S, Saadeh PB, Lee MR. Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy in Rhinoplasty: Systematic Review of Surgical Techniques. Plast Reconstr Surg 138(3):419e-429e, 2016. e-Pub 2016. PMID: 27556616.
- Alperovich M, Lee ZH, Friedlander PL, Rowan BG, Gimble JM, Chiu ES. Adipose stem cell therapy in cancer reconstruction: a critical review. Ann Plast Surg 73 Suppl 1:S104-7, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 25003407.
Other Articles
- Elmorsi R, Ismail T, Lee Z, Largo RD Profunda Artery Perforator Flaps in Head and Neck Reconstruction: Anatomy, Surgical Techniques, and Evolving Applications. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America.
Editorials
- Lee ZH, Daar DA, Jacobson AS, Levine JP. The Decline of Head and Neck Reconstruction in Plastic Surgery: Where Do We Go from Here?. Plast Reconstr Surg 145(2):467e-468e, 2020. PMID: 31985694.
Book Chapters
- Lee Z, Yu P, Neligan PC. Pharyngoesophgeal Reconstruction. In: Perforator Flaps: Anatomy, Technique, & Clinical Applications. 3rd. Thieme, 2022.
- Mayo JL, Lee ZH, Allen RJ. Posterior Thigh Flaps for Reconstruction. In: Neligan Plastic Surgery 4e: Breast Volume, 2017.
- Lee Z, Yu P. Anteromedial Thigh Flaps. In: Atlas of Reconstructive Microsurgery.
- Lee Z, Hanasono MM. Ulnar Forearm Flap. In: Atlas of Reconstructive Microsurgery.
- Lee Z, Chu CK. Cheek and Lip Reconstruction. In: Grabb and Smith's Plastic Surgery 9th Edition.
- Lee Z, Hanasono MM. Iliac Crest Flap. In: Bone Flaps in Reconstructive Surgery: Anatomy and Technique.
Letters to the Editor
- Lee ZH, Levine JP. Reply: Timing of Microsurgical Reconstruction in Lower Extremity Trauma: An Update of the Godina Paradigm. Plast Reconstr Surg 146: 692e-693e, 2020.
Patient Reviews
CV information above last modified March 20, 2025