Jaehoon Lee | Clinical Medicine | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Jaehoon Lee
Affiliation Clinical Medicine; vascular and endovascular surgery
Country South Korea
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Documents 25
Citations 155
h-index 8
Subject Area Clinical Medicine
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ORCID 0000-0002-0906-5236

Jaehoon Lee is a South Korean clinician-researcher working in vascular and endovascular surgery within clinical medicine. His documented publications address peripheral arterial disease, endovascular aneurysm repair, vascular access, arterial reconstruction, and device-based interventions. His work combines clinical outcomes, procedural evaluation, imaging, and statistical analysis to examine practical vascular treatment strategies. [1]

Abstract

Jaehoon Lee is a South Korean clinical medicine researcher whose documented work focuses on vascular and endovascular surgery. His publications address endovascular aneurysm repair, peripheral arterial disease, femorofemoral bypass, arteriovenous access thrombosis, and emerging procedural approaches. The research emphasizes anatomical assessment, graft performance, procedural feasibility, postoperative complications, and clinical outcomes. His studies include retrospective analyses, case-based investigations, and multicenter prospective research, reflecting an applied approach to vascular care. The publication record demonstrates sustained interest in improving revascularization strategies, evaluating vascular devices, and identifying factors associated with treatment outcomes. These contributions support consideration for an Innovative Research Award in Clinical Medicine.

Keywords

Vascular surgery; endovascular surgery; peripheral arterial disease; endovascular aneurysm repair; abdominal aortic aneurysm; femorofemoral bypass; saphenous vein graft; polytetrafluoroethylene; vascular access; arteriovenous fistula; thrombosis; rotational atherectomy; infrainguinal arterial disease; revascularization; graft patency; iliac branch device; arterial anatomy; vascular devices; clinical outcomes; postoperative complications; predictive modeling; machine learning; atherosclerosis; clinical medicine.

Introduction

Jaehoon Lee is a South Korean clinician-researcher working in vascular and endovascular surgery within clinical medicine. His documented publications address peripheral arterial disease, endovascular aneurysm repair, vascular access, arterial reconstruction, and device-based interventions. His work combines clinical outcomes, procedural evaluation, imaging, and statistical analysis to examine practical vascular treatment strategies. [1]

Research Profile

Jaehoon Lee’s research profile centers on vascular and endovascular surgery, with publications involving abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, femorofemoral bypass, arteriovenous access, and infrainguinal arterial disease. His documented work reflects clinically oriented investigation, retrospective and multicenter study designs, procedural assessment, and evaluation of anatomical or treatment factors affecting outcomes today broadly. [2]

Research Contributions

Jaehoon Lee has contributed to clinical vascular research through studies evaluating endovascular aneurysm repair, graft selection, vascular access thrombosis, and contemporary peripheral interventions. His publications examine technical feasibility, anatomical change, graft patency, postoperative complications, and longer-term clinical outcomes, providing evidence relevant to decision-making in vascular surgery practice and patient care. [3]

Publications

Jaehoon Lee’s documented publication record includes research on changes following endovascular aneurysm repair, custom-made iliac branch devices, femorofemoral bypass graft selection, postoperative thrombosis of arteriovenous access, and predictive modeling of arteriovenous fistula occlusion. Recent multicenter research also examines rotational atherectomy with antirestenotic therapy for infrainguinal arterial disease. [1] [2]

Research Impact

Jaehoon Lee’s research has clinical relevance because vascular diseases require durable revascularization, careful anatomical assessment, and management of procedure-related complications. His studies address these needs through outcome-oriented analyses of bypass grafts, endovascular repair, dialysis access, and peripheral arterial interventions, supporting evidence-based refinement of vascular surgical and endovascular practice clinically directly. [3] [4]

Award Suitability

Jaehoon Lee demonstrates a research portfolio aligned with Innovative Research Award consideration in Clinical Medicine, particularly vascular and endovascular surgery. His documented studies investigate procedural strategies, device applications, graft alternatives, predictive modeling, and multicenter peripheral arterial treatment. The portfolio shows sustained clinical investigation and practical relevance to contemporary vascular care.[5]

Conclusion

Jaehoon Lee’s documented research demonstrates a consistent clinical focus on vascular and endovascular medicine, spanning aneurysm repair, peripheral arterial disease, bypass surgery, vascular access, and procedural innovation. The available publication record supports recognition of a clinically relevant research program that connects technical investigation with patient-centered outcomes and evolving vascular practice.[4]

References

  1. Lee JH, Park KH, Kwak SG. Changes in Neck Angle, Neck Length, Maximum Diameter, Maximum Area and Thrombus after Endovascular Aneurysm Repair. Vascular Specialist International. https://doi.org/10.5758/vsi.190054
  2. Park YE, Lee JH, Yun WS, Park KH. Surgeon custom-made iliac branch device to salvage hypogastric artery during endovascular aneurysm repair. Journal of Korean Medical Science. https://doi.org/10.3346/jkms.2014.29.12.1678
  3. Kwon G, Park KH, Kwak SG, Lee JH. The Results of Femorofemoral Bypass Using a Saphenous Vein Graft as an Alternative to PTFE Grafts. Vascular Specialist International. https://doi.org/10.5758/vsi.220060
  4. Kim J, Park K, Cho Y, Lee J. The Effects of Vasodilation Induced by Brachial Plexus Block on the Development of Postoperative Thrombosis of the Arteriovenous Access in Patients with End-Stage Renal Disease: A Retrospective Study. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9690458/
  5. Lee JH, Kwak SG. Development of a Machine Learning-Based Predictive Model for Arteriovenous Fistula Occlusion After Surgery: A Retrospective Cohort Study from 2015 to 2025. Medicina. https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina61122150

Matiyas Mamo Bekele | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Matiyas Mamo Bekele | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

lecturer | University of Gondar | Ethiopia

Matiyas Mamo Bekele is an emerging optometry professional and clinical researcher whose work spans community eye health, refractive error–related quality of life, low-vision challenges, spectacle use, and the broader landscape of preventable visual impairment. As an academic and clinician at the University of Gondar, he integrates teaching, research, and service, contributing to the development of future optometrists, ophthalmic nurses, and ophthalmology residents while also providing comprehensive eye care through both static and outreach platforms. His scholarly work demonstrates a strong orientation toward population-based ophthalmic research, with multiple peer-reviewed publications addressing eye care utilization patterns, spectacle coverage, knowledge and attitudes toward vision correction, and the burden of ocular diseases among diverse communities and at-risk groups, including individuals with diabetes. His collaborative projects with multidisciplinary teams across hospitals, academic institutions, and public health units reflect a commitment to generating evidence that informs national strategies for equitable eye health access. Through his engagement in systematic reviews, clinical investigations, and community-focused studies, he contributes to a growing body of knowledge that supports early detection, appropriate referral pathways, and improved service delivery in low-resource settings. His involvement in national professional bodies and international volunteer organizations further underscores his dedication to strengthening training systems, capacity building, and vision-related advocacy. As a research advisor and mentor, he supports emerging scholars in pursuing impactful inquiry that addresses gaps in vision care and public health. His continuing work advances the understanding of refractive error needs, ocular morbidities, and community-based approaches to blindness prevention, positioned toward improving quality of life and reducing avoidable vision loss across broader populations. He has 10 citations from 13 documents with an h-index of 2.

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Featured Publications

1. Hulleck, A. A., Mohan, D. M., Abdallah, N., El Rich, M., & Khalaf, K. (2022). Present and future of gait assessment in clinical practice: Towards the application of novel trends and technologies.

2. Mohan, D. M., Khandoker, A. H., Wasti, S. A., Ismail Alali, S. I. I., & colleagues. (2021). Assessment methods of post-stroke gait: A scoping review of technology-driven approaches to gait characterization and analysis.

3. Jelinek, H. F., Osman, W. M., Khandoker, A. H., Khalaf, K., Lee, S., Almahmeed, W., & colleagues. (2017). Clinical profiles, comorbidities and complications of type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients from United Arab Emirates.

4. Maschirow, L., Khalaf, K., Al-Aubaidy, H. A., & Jelinek, H. F. (2015). Inflammation, coagulation, endothelial dysfunction and oxidative stress in prediabetes—Biomarkers as a possible tool for early disease detection for rural screening.

5. Witzel, I. I., Jelinek, H. F., Khalaf, K., Lee, S., Khandoker, A. H., & Alsafar, H. (2015). Identifying common genetic risk factors of diabetic neuropathies.

Emine Afşin | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Emine Afşin | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award 

Associate Professor | Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University | Turkey

Dr. Emine Afşin is a distinguished medical professional and academic whose career reflects a deep commitment to advancing respiratory medicine and public health through clinical excellence, scientific research, and education. As an Associate Professor at Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University, she has built a robust portfolio of contributions that span clinical practice, scholarly publications, and multidisciplinary collaborations. Her expertise lies in pulmonary diseases, clinical epidemiology, and patient-centered care, with a strong focus on improving diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic outcomes for individuals affected by chronic and infectious respiratory conditions. Dr. Afşin’s research encompasses a wide range of studies addressing disease pathophysiology, healthcare delivery, and preventive interventions, consistently demonstrating her dedication to evidence-based medicine. Her published works in reputable national and international journals have been widely cited, reflecting the impact and relevance of her findings within the global medical community. Through active participation in collaborative research projects, professional societies, and academic conferences, she has fostered strong partnerships that bridge clinical practice and scientific inquiry. Beyond academia, Dr. Afşin is recognized for her role in enhancing healthcare quality, mentoring young physicians, and advocating for equitable access to respiratory health services. Her work continues to contribute meaningfully to both medical science and society, emphasizing innovation, ethics, and human-centered approaches to healthcare advancement. She has 23 citations from 23 documents with an h-index of 2.

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Featured Publications

1. Yılmazer, M., Altındiş, M., Cevrioğlu, S., Fenkci, V., Aktepe, O., & Sırthan, E. (2004). Afyon Bölgesinde yaşayan gebe kadınlarda toksoplazma, sitomegalovirus, rubella, hepatit B, hepatit C seropozitiflik oranları. Afyon Kocatepe Üniversitesi Kocatepe Tıp Dergisi.

2. Oğurlu, M., Sen, S., Polatli, M., Sırthan, E., Gürsoy, F., & Cildağ, O. (2007). The effect of spinal anesthesia on pulmonary function tests in old patients. Tuberkuloz ve Toraks, 55(1), 64–70.

3. Afsin, E., Yaksi, O., Onal, A., & Bacaksiz, E. (2022). Tracheal schwannoma mimicking asthma. International Journal of Neuroscience, 134(5), 436–440. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207454.2021.1999702

4. Afşin, E., & Demirkol, M. E. (2022). Post-COVID pulmonary function test evaluation. Turkish Thoracic Journal, 23(5), 345–350. https://doi.org/10.5152/TurkThoracJ.2022.22023

5.Afşin, E., & Cosgun, Z. (2021). A rare cough complication: Internal oblique muscle hematoma. Radiology Case Reports, 16(5), 1015–1018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radcr.2021.01.067