Li Yanni (李延妮)

Dr. Li Yanni is one of China’s most distinguished hand and reconstructive surgeons, known for her pioneering work in microsurgical hand repair, nerve & tendon reconstruction, and aesthetic plastic surgery. With over four decades of surgical expertise, she has performed thousands of complex hand surgeries, including trauma reconstruction, congenital deformity correction, and finger replantation.

She graduated from Beijing University Medical School and later worked as a hand and orthopedic surgeon at Jishuitan Hospital, China’s leading institution for orthopedic and trauma surgery. Dr. Li then furthered her expertise in the United States, receiving advanced clinical training at the Mayo Clinic, Louisville Medical Center, and Mount Sinai Medical Center.

The “Yanni Knot” Technique

One of her most significant contributions to the field of surgery is the invention of the “Yanni Knot” technique, a laparoscopic suturing method that has greatly improved surgical precision, reduced operation time, and increased success rates in complex minimally invasive procedures. This breakthrough technique is now widely used in general surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and plastic reconstructive procedures and has been recorded in surgical textbooks worldwide.

Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery

In addition to hand surgery, Dr. Li is an expert in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, specializing in:

• Facial rejuvenation
• Body contouring
• Reconstructive breast surgery

She follows a scientific and artistic approach, ensuring that her patients achieve natural-looking, minimally invasive results with reduced recovery time.

Awards & Recognition

Her outstanding contributions to medical science have earned her multiple awards from the National Science & Health Commission and recognition in both Chinese and international medical communities. She has published dozens of scientific research papers and continues to push the boundaries of microsurgical innovation.

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