Medical and scientific publisher Thieme has appointed Dr. Bernard T. Lee as the new Editor-in-Chief of its publication Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery (JRM). Since 2007, Dr. Lee has served as the Associate Editor of JRM. He will replace Professor Peter C. Neligan.
Dr. Bernard T. Lee is a board-certified general surgeon and plastic surgeon, who received his MD from Tufts University School of Medicine, and a MBA from University of Massachusetts, Isenberg School of Management. He is also Associate Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School, serves as the Acting Chief of the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and as the Co-Director of the Peter Jay Sharp Program for Aesthetic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery.
Dr. Lee’s area of expertise is breast reconstruction following mastectomy and cancer. Here, he developed a new program in Boston, using a microsurgical technique for reconstruction of a breast by applying abdominal skin and fat. Unlike previous surgical options, this method bases perfusion on the perforating vessels while preserving the rectus abdominis muscle. He is active in clinical research examining outcomes in breast reconstruction and patient satisfaction.
The Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery publishes original articles containing clinical information of use to the practicing micro-surgeon. In addition, special sections discuss new technologies, innovations, materials, and significant problem cases. The journal is available in print and online, is a peer-reviewed, indexed journal publishing original research and topical reviews containing clinical information of use to the practicing microsurgeon. Now in its 29th year, the international publication is a major means of communication for the global microsurgical community. In addition, special sections discuss new technologies, innovations, materials and significant problem cases.
