I am a Quality Professional (Quality Systems Specialist) with 30+ years of experience in various industries. My background education is in Business Administration with emphasis in Organizational Management, and a Professional Development Certificate of Women’s Entrepreneurship from Cornell University. My
career goals have allowed me to serve as President and Vice President of the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) – Bluegrass Kentucky Chapter. 

I have secondary Lymphedema of the lower extremities and the journey of the unknown has been quite daunting to say the least. I was diagnosed in 2022 but was very proactive with my health when I started noticing changes with my legs 5 years prior. I was told by the medical team that it was Osteoarthritis and that I needed knee replacements. Throughout the years, every medical visit Physical Therapy was focused on Osteoarthritis. I applied the 5-Why Analysis, and I still could not get an accurate diagnosis to the root cause of the swelling in my knees. 

The swelling in my knees caused a “lobule” on the inside of both knees, therefore the weight of those lobules inflamed my Medial Patellar Retinaculum – a tendon of the knee that crosses the knee joint on the medial side of the patella. Lymphedema has limited my mobility and changed my life in the blink of an eye. 

After the Lymphedema diagnosis, I found there was very limited information, so I then created my own Research and Development to educate myself. Also, while researching I found that there were no chapters in my area. I’m looking forward to being a part of the LE&RN Family.

Dr. Min-Jeong Cho, an esteemed Assistant Professor in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, is making significant strides in the field of breast cancer reconstruction, microsurgery, and the surgical treatment of lymphedema. With a dedication to providing personalized care, Dr. Min-Jeong Cho specializes in helping patients return to normalcy after their battles with cancer. Her expertise extends to pediatric patients with lymphedema and vascular anomalies at Nationwide Children's Hospital, where she brings her compassionate approach to healing.

Dr. Min-Jeong Cho's journey to excellence began with residency training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, where she garnered multiple awards in research and earned recognition with the Best Chief Resident Case Award. Further honing her skills, Dr. Min-Jeong Cho completed fellowship training at MD Anderson Cancer Center, delving deep into complex breast, lymphedema, extremity, and head and neck reconstruction.

Driven by a passion for advancing patient outcomes, Dr. Min-Jeong Cho channels her expertise into research endeavors focused on improving breast reconstruction and lymphedema treatments. Her contributions to the field are evident through numerous publications in prestigious journals such as Plastic Reconstructive Surgery and Annals of Plastic Surgery.

Beyond research, Dr. Min-Jeong Cho is a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences, where she shares insights and advancements in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Additionally, she plays a pivotal role as an editorial board member for the esteemed journal Archives of Plastic Surgery, shaping the discourse within the field.

Through her unwavering commitment to patient care, dedication to research, and leadership in academia, Dr. Min-Jeong Cho exemplifies excellence in plastic and reconstructive surgery, leaving an indelible mark on the healthcare landscape.