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Lucy Ruangvoravat, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery (General, Trauma & Surgical Critical Care) at Yale University, affiliated with the Yale School of Medicine and Yale New Haven Hospital’s Level I trauma center. She specializes in general surgery, trauma, and surgical critical care, treating conditions like acute appendicitis, gallbladder disease, and trauma from gunshot/stab wounds or motor vehicle accidents. Her clinical work emphasizes evidence-based approaches, including minimally invasive techniques like splenic angioembolization and advanced imaging (e.g., CT scans) to reduce unnecessary surgeries.
Dr. Ruangvoravat earned her MD from the University of Arizona (2006) and BS from Fordham University (2002). She completed residency training at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center (Mount Sinai West, 2012). Her research focuses on trauma surgery, surgical education, and critical care, including studies on venous thromboembolism management and non-operative treatment of colonic diverticulitis.
Key honors include nomination to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society (2017). She collaborates with colleagues on guidelines for trauma care and has published widely on topics like surgical education, biliary disease, and pharmacist-driven anticoagulant management in trauma patients.
In her clinical practice, Dr. Ruangvoravat prioritizes patient-centered care, ensuring clear communication and realistic expectations for recovery. Her expertise bridges acute surgical intervention and long-term patient outcomes, reflecting her commitment to both clinical excellence and community health.
