Rate My Professor Simone Petrich

In her academic role, Dr. Petrich contributes to teaching and research in surgery, obstetrics, and gynaecology. Her research interests include the management of breast cancer-related complications, such as lymphedema using low-level laser therapy (photobiomodulation), integrative approaches like Tai Chi for chemotherapy patients, cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN), and familial breast/ovarian cancer risks. Notable publications include: "Low level laser therapy (Photobiomodulation therapy) for breast cancer-related lymphedema: a systematic review" published in BMC Cancer (2017, cited extensively); a pilot randomized controlled trial evaluating low-level laser therapy as an alternative to manual lymphatic drainage (BMC Cancer, 2017); "Low level laser therapy for the management of breast cancer-related fatigue: a randomized controlled feasibility study" in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine (2018); "An integrative Tai Chi program for patients with breast cancer undergoing chemotherapy" in Journal of Integrative Medicine (2018); and "Recurrence of high-grade cervical abnormalities following conservative management of CIN 2" in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology (2015). She has authored or co-authored 19 research works, accumulating over 360 citations as per ResearchGate. Her contributions enhance clinical practices in oncology and surgical sciences.