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Dung Nguyen
Plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Breast reconstructive surgeon, Breast surgeon, Cosmetic plastic surgeon, Plastic surgeon
Clinical Associate Professor, Surgery - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Bio:
Dr. Dung H Nguyen is currently the Director of Breast Reconstruction at the Stanford Women’s Cancer Center and the Director of Adult Plastics Clinic at Stanford Healthcare. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and highest academic honor and distinction from U.C. Davis. She earned a Pharm.D degree from U.C.S.F. School of Pharmacy and a MD degree from U.C.S.D. She then did a residency in general surgery and a residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Southern California (USC) Medical Center. She further completed a fellowship in microsurgery from Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan, one of the largest reconstructive surgery centers in the world. She was recruited to Stanford from Cedar Sinai Medical Center in 2012, and is currently a Clinical Associate Professor in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Stanford University.
Dr. Nguyen specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery, surgical treatment of lymphedema including vascularized lymph node transfer and lymphaticovenous anastomosis, and complex tissue reconstruction utilizing microsurgery and supermicrosurgery. She also has interest in cosmetic surgery, including facial rejuvenation and body contouring procedures.
In addition to her clinical commitment, Dr. Nguyen has basic science and clinical research interests in lymphedema and breast reconstruction. She has published articles in peer review journals, presented at national and international professional meetings and has authored book chapters in various plastic surgery textbooks. She also enjoys volunteering on overseas medical missions and participating in medical charity activities.
Dr. Nguyen specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery, surgical treatment of lymphedema including vascularized lymph node transfer and lymphaticovenous anastomosis, and complex tissue reconstruction utilizing microsurgery and supermicrosurgery. She also has interest in cosmetic surgery, including facial rejuvenation and body contouring procedures.
In addition to her clinical commitment, Dr. Nguyen has basic science and clinical research interests in lymphedema and breast reconstruction. She has published articles in peer review journals, presented at national and international professional meetings and has authored book chapters in various plastic surgery textbooks. She also enjoys volunteering on overseas medical missions and participating in medical charity activities.
- 2589 Samaritan Drive
- San Jose , CA 95124
- Phone: 408-426-4900
- 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
- 1st Floor
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-498-6004
- 2589 Samaritan Drive
- San Jose , CA 95124
- Phone: 408-426-4900
- 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
- 1st Floor
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-498-6004
- 2589 Samaritan Drive
- San Jose , CA 95124
- Phone: 408-426-4900
- 1000 Welch Road
- Suite 100
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-498-9868
- 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
- 1st Floor
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-498-6004
- 450 Broadway Street
- Redwood City , CA 94063
- Phone: 650-721-8800
- 2589 Samaritan Drive
- San Jose , CA 95124
- Phone: 408-426-4900
- 1000 Welch Road
- Suite 100
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-723-7001
Practice Areas
- Advanced Wound Care
- Body Contouring
- Breast Asymmetry
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Conserving Surgery/Lumpectomy
- Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Surgery
- Brow Lift
- Capsular Contracture
- Chest Wall Reconstruction
- Complex Wounds
- Cosmetic Plastic Surgery
- Cysts, Lipomas, and Moles
- Deviated Nasal Septum
- Double Eyelid Surgery
- Ear Pinning
- Eyelid Lesions
- Eyelid Lift
- Facelift
- Facial Plastic Surgery
- Fat Grafting
- Free Flap Reconstruction
- Gynecomastia
- Lacerations
- Lipedema
- Liposuction
- Lower Extremity Reconstruction
- Lymphedema
- Mastopexy
- Microsurgery
- Mid-Face Lift (Cheek Lift)
- Mommy Makeover
- Nasal Deformity
- Nasal Surgery
- Neck Lift
- Nose Deformities, Acquired
- Plastic Surgery
- Plastic Surgery, Neck
- Pre-Skin Cancer
- Ptosis
- Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
- Revision Breast Surgery
- Scar Revision
- Scars
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Lesion Surgery
- Tummy Tuck
- Wounds
- Wrinkles
Professional Education
- Residency: Univ of Southern CA/LACplusUSC Medical Center (2010) CA
- Residency: Univ of Southern CA/LACplusUSC Medical Center (2007) CA
- Medical Education: University of California San Diego School of Medicine Registrar (2004) CA
- Board Certification: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American Board of Plastic Surgery (2012)
- Board Certification, Board of Pharmacy, CA (2003)
- Fellowship, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan, Microsurgery (2011)
- Residency, USC, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (2010)
- Residency, USC, General Surgery (2007)
- M.D., UCSD School of Medicine, CA (2004)
- Pharm.D., UCSF School of Pharmacy, CA (2000)
Honors & Awards
- Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Teacher of the Year Award, Stanford University (2017)
- Innovation Grant for Breast Reconstruction, Stanford Women's Cancer Center (2016)
Administrative Appointments
- Director of Adult Plastics Clinic, Stanford Healthcare (2016 - Present)
- Director of Breast Reconstruction, Stanford Women's Cancer Center (2012 - Present)
Publications
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Developing a Lower Limb Lymphedema Animal Model with Combined Lymphadenectomy and Low-dose Radiation.
Yang, C.-Y., Nguyen, D. H., Wu, C.-W., Fang, Y.-H. D., Chao, K.-T., Patel, K. M., & Cheng, M.-H. (2014). Developing a Lower Limb Lymphedema Animal Model with Combined Lymphadenectomy and Low-dose Radiation. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open, 2(3). -
Quantity of lymph nodes correlates with improvement in lymphatic drainage in treatment of hind limb lymphedema with lymph node flap transfer in rats
Nguyen, D. H., Chou, P. Y., Hsieh, Y. H., Momeni, A., Fang, Y. D., Patel, K. M., … Cheng, M. H. (2015). Quantity of lymph nodes correlates with improvement in lymphatic drainage in treatment of hind limb lymphedema with lymph node flap transfer in rats. Microsurgery, 239–45. -
Using intraoperative laser angiography to safeguard perfusion in nipple-sparing mastectomies.
Dua, M., Bertoni, D., Nguyen, D. H., Meyer, S., Gurtner, G., & Wapnir, I. (2015). Using intraoperative laser angiography to safeguard perfusion in nipple-sparing mastectomies. Gland Surgery Journal. -
Anatomical Basis and Clinical Application of the Ulnar Forearm Free Flap for Head and Neck Reconstruction.
Huang, J. J., Lam, W. L., Phil, M., Nguyen, D. H., Wu, C. W., Kao, H. K., … Cheng, M. H. (2012). Anatomical Basis and Clinical Application of the Ulnar Forearm Free Flap for Head and Neck Reconstruction. The Laryngoscope , 122(12).
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A Novel Approach to the Treatment of Lower Extremity Lymphedema by Transferring a Vascularized Submental Lymph Node Flap to the Ankle.
Cheng, M. H., Huang, J. J., Nguyen, D. H., Saint-Cyr, M., Zenn, M. R., Tan, B. K., & Lee, C. L. (2012). A Novel Approach to the Treatment of Lower Extremity Lymphedema by Transferring a Vascularized Submental Lymph Node Flap to the Ankle. Gynecologic Oncology, 126.
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Simultaneous Scarless Contralateral Breast Augmentation During Unilateral Breast Reconstruction Using Differentially Split DIEP Flaps.
Huang, J. J., Chao, L. F., Wu, C. W., Nguyen, D. H., Valerio, I. L., & Cheng, M. H. (2011). Simultaneous Scarless Contralateral Breast Augmentation During Unilateral Breast Reconstruction Using Differentially Split DIEP Flaps. Plastic Reconstructive Surgery, 12(6).
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Simultaneous Contralateral Breast Reduction/Mastopexy with Unilateral Breast Reconstruction Using Free Abdominal Flaps.
Huang, J. J., Wu, C. W., Lam, W. L., Lin, C. Y., Nguyen, D. H., & Cheng, M. H. (2011). Simultaneous Contralateral Breast Reduction/Mastopexy with Unilateral Breast Reconstruction Using Free Abdominal Flaps. Annals of Plastic Surgery.
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Simultaneous Left Maxillary and Right Mandibular Reconstructions Using Split Osteomyocutaneous Peroneal Artery-based Combined Flaps.
Nguyen, D. H., Wu, C. W., Huang, J. J., & Cheng, M. H. (2011). Simultaneous Left Maxillary and Right Mandibular Reconstructions Using Split Osteomyocutaneous Peroneal Artery-based Combined Flaps. Head and Neck, 10.
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How to Harvest a Fibula Flap in 45 Minutes.
Nguyen, D. H., & Lin, C. H. (2011). How to Harvest a Fibula Flap in 45 Minutes. Plastic Surgery Pulse News, 3(2).
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A novel approach to cervical reconstruction using vaginal mucosa-lined polytetrafluoroethylene graft in congenital agenesis of the cervix.
Nguyen, D. H., Lee, C. L., Wu, K. Y., & Cheng, M. H. (2011). A novel approach to cervical reconstruction using vaginal mucosa-lined polytetrafluoroethylene graft in congenital agenesis of the cervix. Fertility and Sterility, 95(7).
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A Novel Approach to Acute Infection of the Glenohumeral Joint Following Rotator Cuff Repair – A case series.
Dobke, M. K., Nguyen, D. H., & Trott, S. A. (2005). A Novel Approach to Acute Infection of the Glenohumeral Joint Following Rotator Cuff Repair – A case series. . Wounds, 17(6).
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Estrogen Accelerates the Development of Renal Disease in Female Obese Zucker Rats.
Gades, M. D., Sterns, J. S., van Goor, H., Nguyen, D. H., Johnson, P. R., & Kaysen, G. A. (1998). Estrogen Accelerates the Development of Renal Disease in Female Obese Zucker Rats. Kidney International, 53(1).
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Motion Analysis for Microsurgical Training: Objective Measures of Dexterity, Economy of Movement, and Ability.
McGoldrick, R. B., Davis, C. R., Paro, J., Hui, K., Nguyen, D., & Lee, G. K. (2015). Motion Analysis for Microsurgical Training: Objective Measures of Dexterity, Economy of Movement, and Ability. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 136(2), 231e–40e.
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Using intraoperative laser angiography to safeguard nipple perfusion in nipple-sparing mastectomies.
Dua, M. M., Bertoni, D. M., Nguyen, D., Meyer, S., Gurtner, G. C., & Wapnir, I. L. (2015). Using intraoperative laser angiography to safeguard nipple perfusion in nipple-sparing mastectomies. Gland Surgery, 4(6), 497–505.
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Use of Indocyanine Green-SPY Angiography for Tracking Lymphatic Recovery After Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis.
Shih, H. B., Shakir, A., & Nguyen, D. H. (2016). Use of Indocyanine Green-SPY Angiography for Tracking Lymphatic Recovery After Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis. Annals of Plastic Surgery, 76, S232–7.
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Protecting Nipple Perfusion by Devascularization and Surgical Delay in Patients at Risk for Ischemic Complications During Nipple-Sparing Mastectomies
Bertoni, D. M., Dung Nguyen, D., Rochlin, D., Hernandez-Boussard, T., Meyer, S., Choy, N., … Wapnir, I. L. (2016). Protecting Nipple Perfusion by Devascularization and Surgical Delay in Patients at Risk for Ischemic Complications During Nipple-Sparing Mastectomies. ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY, 23(8), 2665–72.
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Breast Augmentation and Breast Reconstruction Demonstrate Equivalent Aesthetic Outcomes.
Rochlin, D. H., Davis, C. R., & Nguyen, D. H. (2016). Breast Augmentation and Breast Reconstruction Demonstrate Equivalent Aesthetic Outcomes. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open, 4(7).
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Transversus Abdominis Plane Block and Free Flap Abdominal Tissue Breast Reconstruction: Is There a True Reduction in Postoperative Narcotic Use?
Hunter, C., Shakir, A., Momeni, A., Luan, A., Steffel, L., Horn, J.-L., … Lee, G. K. (2017). Transversus Abdominis Plane Block and Free Flap Abdominal Tissue Breast Reconstruction: Is There a True Reduction in Postoperative Narcotic Use? Annals of Plastic Surgery, 78(3), 254–59.
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Pro-Fibrotic CD26-Positive Fibroblasts are Present in Greater Abundance in Breast Capsule Tissue of Irradiated Breasts.
Borrelli, M. R., Irizzary, D., Patel, R. A., Nguyen, D., Momeni, A., Longaker, M. T., & Wan, D. C. (2019). Pro-Fibrotic CD26-Positive Fibroblasts are Present in Greater Abundance in Breast Capsule Tissue of Irradiated Breasts. Aesthetic Surgery Journal.
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Postoperative analgesia after microsurgical breast reconstruction using liposomal bupivacaine (Exparel).
Momeni, A., Ramesh, N. K., Wan, D., Nguyen, D., & Sorice, S. C. (2019). Postoperative analgesia after microsurgical breast reconstruction using liposomal bupivacaine (Exparel). The Breast Journal.
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Breast Reconstruction with Free Abdominal Flaps Is Associated with Persistent Lower Extremity Venous Stasis
Momeni, A., Sorice, S. C., Li, A. Y., Nguyen, D. H., & Pannucci, C. (2019). Breast Reconstruction with Free Abdominal Flaps Is Associated with Persistent Lower Extremity Venous Stasis. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY, 143(6), 1144E–1150E.
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Patient Comments
Patients comments are gathered from our Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
All staff was very knowledgeable.
SHC Patient, Sep 2019
This was the most thorough and friendly visit I have ever experienced!
SHC Patient, Sep 2019
I liked that they were very attentive.
SHC Patient, Aug 2019
I was charged double for 10 min. visit.
SHC Patient, Aug 2019
There were no medications given yet. Dr. Nguyen is so wonderfully, beautifully, kind and courteous. She makes me feel so comfortbale and that all things considered are effortless. She's amazing! Truly.
SHC Patient, Aug 2019
Dr. Nguyen is so caring, kind & knowledgeable. I have extreme respect for her. I am without fail 100% confident under her care.
SHC Patient, Jul 2019
Dr. Nguyen is great!
SHC Patient, Jul 2019
Dr. Ngyuen took plenty of time explaining my care options and put her recommendations into place. I look forward to our future appointments concerning my best outcome. I trust her completely.
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
MD was outstanding!
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
Dr Nguyen is definitely a key player in my "village". I am thankful to have her on my team!
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
Very thorough exam with plenty of time to answer my questions.
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
Excellent care!! This was my first time at Stanford and am impressed with the care! I will return.
SHC Patient, Mar 2019
Dr. Nguyen is great, very knowledgeable. She is in too much demand. You should clone her!
SHC Patient, Feb 2019
Dr. Nguyen always spends plenty of time with me. She is willing to answer ALL my questions.
SHC Patient, Oct 2018
MD fellow was especially helpful.
SHC Patient, Apr 2018
Very competent dr. and will recommend her to all patients that I know and can use her expertise.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
Good experience.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
I have already told my friends & relatives about Dr. Dung - she's the nicest doctor I have encounter - so lucky to be her patient -
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Good experience!
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Excellent.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
I had made it clear BEFORE the appointment and to the assistant on day of appt. that this was my first consult of any kind on Lipedema. had not been evaluated. Provider told me only case looked typical & I was a good candidate for surgery. Did not stage disease until asked. Provided no alternatives to surgery, gave me no percentages re: risks.
SHC Patient, Jun 2016
All good.
SHC Patient, May 2016
I appreciate the kindness & care given by Dr. Nguyen - pre-surgery - the day of surgery - and post op. She is a smart, kind & gentle woman. I would recommend her to anyone.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
She explained everything in great detail - I hardly had any questions!
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
Dr. Nguyen was very passionate about her job. It really was the deciding factor for me. I knew she will do an excellent job.
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
Dr. Nguyen is very busy. She takes time to answer questions & tries not to push you. She does need to keep her schedule.
SHC Patient, May 2015
Dr. Nguyen and her staff, especially Anne Marie are the best! They ALWAYS go out of their way to help me.
SHC Patient, Nov 2014
I have good experience with doctor and her team. They are professional and excellent care provider.
SHC Patient, Nov 2014
Would recommend her for conditions other than the one I came with (facial surgery/eyes).
SHC Patient, Oct 2014
Some details of surgery given by provider the day before came as complete surprise. Very little information to surgery after care was given prior to surgery. Felt ill prepared for supplies to have on had, or surgery, after effects. Had to ask for prescriptions for arm garments. Felt very unprepared & not supported afterwards.
SHC Patient, Apr 2014
Initial visit dr. seemed good, but won't know for several months if result is good. Can't recommend until get results.
SHC Patient, Feb 2014
Dr. Nguyen is a very gentle, compassionate caregiver.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
All staff was very knowledgeable.
SHC Patient, Sep 2019
This was the most thorough and friendly visit I have ever experienced!
SHC Patient, Sep 2019
I liked that they were very attentive.
SHC Patient, Aug 2019
I was charged double for 10 min. visit.
SHC Patient, Aug 2019
There were no medications given yet. Dr. Nguyen is so wonderfully, beautifully, kind and courteous. She makes me feel so comfortbale and that all things considered are effortless. She's amazing! Truly.
SHC Patient, Aug 2019
Dr. Nguyen is so caring, kind & knowledgeable. I have extreme respect for her. I am without fail 100% confident under her care.
SHC Patient, Jul 2019
Dr. Nguyen is great!
SHC Patient, Jul 2019
Dr. Ngyuen took plenty of time explaining my care options and put her recommendations into place. I look forward to our future appointments concerning my best outcome. I trust her completely.
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
MD was outstanding!
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
Dr Nguyen is definitely a key player in my "village". I am thankful to have her on my team!
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
Very thorough exam with plenty of time to answer my questions.
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
Excellent care!! This was my first time at Stanford and am impressed with the care! I will return.
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