SO JUNG LEE - clinical oncology - Women Researcher Award
Catholic university of Korea - South Korea
AUTHOR PROFILE
🎓 EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
SO JUNG LEE, born on March 1, 1988, in South Korea, pursued her medical education at Konyang University College of Medicine, where she obtained her MD in 2012. She later completed her Ph.D. at the Catholic University Graduate School in Seoul, Korea, in 2019, specializing in radiation oncology. Her academic journey has equipped her with a strong foundation in medical sciences, particularly in the field of oncology.
🏥 CURRENT POSITION
Since 2022, Dr. So Jung Lee has been serving as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Incheon St. Mary's Hospital, part of the College of Medicine at the Catholic University of Korea. In this role, she actively contributes to the advancement of cancer treatment and patient care through her clinical expertise and research endeavors.
🧑⚕️ PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Dr. Lee's professional training includes a residency in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the Catholic Medical Center in Seoul. She further honed her skills through fellowships at Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital and Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, gaining extensive experience in radiation oncology. Her comprehensive training has made her a key figure in the field.
🔬 RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS
Dr. Lee has made significant contributions to the field of radiation oncology through her research. She has authored several influential publications, including studies on the clinical course of late toxicity in cervical cancer radiotherapy and the impact of boost radiation therapy after hysterectomy. Her work has been published in reputable journals like Medicina, Strahlentherapie und Onkologie, and Clinical and Translational Oncology.
🌐 INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIONS
Dr. Lee has engaged in international collaborations, enhancing her research through partnerships with global institutions. Her work on nasopharyngeal cancer and the efficacy of MRI-guided radiotherapy for HCC patients has been recognized internationally, contributing to the global understanding of cancer treatment.
💉 CLINICAL FOCUS
Her clinical focus includes treating various cancers, with a particular interest in advanced radiation therapy techniques. Dr. Lee has been involved in studies assessing the efficacy and safety of novel radiotherapy approaches, aiming to improve patient outcomes and reduce treatment-related toxicity.
📚 TEACHING AND MENTORSHIP
In addition to her clinical and research roles, Dr. Lee is passionate about education. She actively teaches medical students and residents at the Catholic University of Korea, sharing her knowledge in radiation oncology and guiding the next generation of medical professionals.
NOTABLE PUBLICATION
Re-Irradiation with Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy for the Treatment of Recurrent Cervical Cancer in the Pelvis: An Analysis of Outcomes and Toxicity
Authors: Kang, H.J., Kwak, Y.-K., Lee, S.J., Kim, M.
Year: 2023
Application of Real-Time MRI-Guided Linear Accelerator in Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: One Step Forward to Precise Targeting
Authors: Kang, H.J., Kwak, Y.-K., Kim, M., Lee, S.J.
Year: 2022
Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology
MRI-Guided Radiotherapy for PVTT in HCC Patients: Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety
Authors: Lee, S.J., Kim, M., Kwak, Y.-K., Kang, H.J.
Year: 2022
Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology
Linear Tumor Regression of Rectal Cancer in Daily MRI during Preoperative Chemoradiotherapy: An Insight of Tumor Regression Velocity for Personalized Cancer Therapy
Authors: Sung, S.-Y., Lee, S.-W., Hong, J.H., Kim, J.-H., Kwak, Y.-K.
Year: 2022
Journal: Cancers
Clinical Outcome and Toxicity of Radiotherapy for Inferior Vena Cava Tumor Thrombus in HCC Patients: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Lee, S.J., Jang, H.S., Choi, Y.K., Sun, Y.X.
Year: 2021
Journal: Medicine (United States)