Dr. Yelena Akelina is an internationally recognized leader in microsurgical training, model development, and preclinical research. With nearly 30 years of experience, she has trained over 3,000 surgeons and researchers from more than 70 countries, equipping them with the skills to perform advanced microsurgical techniques with precision and professionalism. Her expertise spans vascular anastomosis, peripheral nerve repair, grafting, and complex free tissue transfers in preclinical models.

Dr. Akelina’s training services are highly sought after, delivering hands-on instruction and guidance to professionals aiming to solve challenges in the most advanced preclinical models. She is a co-author of the seminal textbook Microsurgery 101: Tips and Tricks for Macrovascular and Peripheral Nerve Repair Techniques and has published extensively on innovative approaches in microsurgical education. As a founder of the International Microsurgery Simulation Society, she remains committed to advancing the field through research, education, and global collaboration.

• Microsurgical Training & Education: Nearly three decades of experience delivering tailored training programs on basic and advanced microsurgical techniques, including vascular repairs, peripheral nerve grafting, end-to-end and end-to-side anastomoses, and other complex procedures. Her mentorship has empowered professionals globally to execute complex surgical procedures with confidence and precision.
• Preclinical Model Development & Protocol Optimization: Extensive experience designing, troubleshooting, and optimizing preclinical models to meet complex experimental needs. Yelena’s precision in vascular, neurological, and reconstructive models ensures reproducible, high-quality results aligned with research objectives.
• Lab Design & Consultation: Yelena’s unmatched expertise in microsurgery uniquely positions her to advise on the design and optimization of surgical labs. She ensures labs are configured for precision and reproducibility, helping clients streamline workflows, select appropriate equipment, and develop protocols that minimize variability and error.
• Global Leadership & Collaboration: Recognized as an authority in microsurgical education, Yelena has set the standard for training, procedural innovation, and technical mastery worldwide. As the founder of the International Microsurgery Simulation Society and a frequent keynote speaker, she collaborates with leading institutions to advance microsurgical research and training.
• Hands-On and Remote Collaboration: Yelena is available to support clients both on-site in their labs and remotely through virtual consultation. She provides unparalleled expertise in microsurgical training, experimental design, and troubleshooting, offering flexibility to meet clients’ unique needs wherever they are.

Yelena’s philosophy centers on empowering researchers and clinicians to achieve technical mastery through rigorous training, attention to detail, and innovation. She believes that connecting experimental models to clinical outcomes is essential for advancing preclinical research and fostering impactful discoveries. By mentoring researchers from diverse backgrounds, Yelena drives excellence and collaboration in the global microsurgical community.

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Neuroscience
Orthopedic
Gastrointestinal
General Surgery

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