Dr. Jamie Zampell's CV

Education

Emory University — B.S. in Biology, Summa Cum Laude
1998–2002 · Atlanta, GA
The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health — M.D.
2002–2006 · Columbus, OH

Post-Graduate Training

NYU Medical Center — Department of Surgery
Internship, General Surgery
2006–2007 · New York, NY
NYU Medical Center — Department of Surgery
Residency, General Surgery
2007–2009 · New York, NY
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center — Department of Surgery
Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Research Fellowship, Laboratory of Babak Mehrara, MD, FACS
2009–2012 · New York, NY
NYU Medical Center — Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Residency, Plastic Surgery
2012–2015 · New York, NY
UCLA Medical Center — Department of Surgery
Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Fellowship, Microsurgery
2015–2016 · Los Angeles, CA

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Work Experience

Kaiser Permanente San Diego
Southern California Permanente Medical Group — Department of Plastic Surgery
Staff Physician
2016–2018 · San Diego, CA
Ochsner Medical Center, Baptist Hospital
LSU Health Sciences — Assistant Clinical Professor
Microsurgery Program Director
2018–2020 · New Orleans, LA
Zampell Plastic Surgery · Center for Breast Reconstruction
Co-Founder
2020–Present · Los Angeles, CA

Honors & Awards

Georgia Governor’s Scholarship (1998–2002)
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Award, Emory University (2001)
Phi Sigma Honors Society (2001)
Summa Cum Laude, Emory University (2002)
NIH Summer Research Fellowship, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease (2003)
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, The Ohio State University (2006)
Outstanding Consult Resident Award, NYU General Surgery (2009)
Plastic Surgery Education Foundation Research Fellowship Grant (2010)
Department of Defense Research Fellowship for Breast Cancer Research (2011)
Blair Rogers Basic Science Resident Research Award, NYU Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (2013)
Blair Rogers Basic Science Resident Research Award, NYU Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (2014)
“10 Best” Plastic Surgeons in California for Patient Satisfaction, American Institute of Plastic Surgeons (2018)

Peer-Reviewed Publications

Poloso N, Nagarajan S, Bumgarner G, Zampell JC, Selvaraj P. Designer cancer vaccines made easy: protein transfer of immunostimulatory molecules for use in therapeutic tumor vaccines. Front Biosci. 2001;6:D760–775.
Bumgarner G, Zampell JC, Nagarajan S, Poloso N, Dorn A, D’Souza M, Selvaraj P. Modified cell ELISA to determine the solubilization of cell surface proteins. J Biochem Biophys Methods. 2005;64:99–109.
Rescigno J, Zampell JC, Axelrod D. Patterns of axillary surgical care for breast cancer in the era of sentinel lymph node biopsy. Ann Surg Oncol. 2009;16:687–696.
Avraham T, Yan A, Zampell JC, et al. Radiation therapy causes loss of dermal lymphatic vessels and interferes with lymphatic function. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol. 2010;299:C589–605.
Mehrara BJ, Avraham T, Soares M, et al. P21cip/WAF regulates long-term radiation damage. FASEB J. 2010;24.
Avraham T, Daluvoy S, Zampell JC, et al. Blockade of TGF-β1 accelerates lymphatic regeneration. Am J Pathol. 2010;177:3202–3214.
Zampell JC, Yan A, Avraham T, et al. Temporal and spatial expression of danger signals after wound healing. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol. 2011;300:C1107–21.
Yan A, Avraham T, Zampell JC, Mehrara BJ. Mechanisms of lymphatic regeneration after tissue transfer. PLoS One. 2011;6:e17201.
Zampell JC, Avraham T, Yoder N, et al. Lymphatic function regulated by cytokine expression. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol. 2011;302:C392–404.
Mehrara BJ, Zampell JC, Suami H, Chang D. Surgical management of lymphedema. Lymph Res Biol. 2011;9:159–167.
Yan A, Avraham T, Zampell JC, et al. Adipose-derived stem cells promote lymphangiogenesis. Future Oncol. 2011;7:1457–1473.
Zampell JC, Elhadad S, Avraham T, et al. Toll-like receptor deficiency worsens lymphedema. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol. 2012;302:C709–719.
Zampell JC, Aschen S, Weitman ES, et al. Regulation of adipogenesis by lymphatic fluid stasis, Part I. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2012;129:825–834.
Aschen S, Zampell JC, Elhadad S, et al. Regulation of adipogenesis by lymphatic fluid stasis, Part II. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2012;129:838–847.
Zampell JC, Yan A, Avraham T, et al. HIF-1α regulates lymphatic regeneration. FASEB J. 2012;26:1027–1039.
Zampell JC, Yan A, Elhadad S, et al. CD4+ cells regulate fibrosis and lymphangiogenesis. PLoS One. 2012;7.
Avraham TA, Zampell JC, Yan A, et al. Th2 differentiation and lymphatic dysfunction. FASEB J. 2013;27:1114–1126.
Weitman E, Aschen S, Farias-Eisner G, et al. Obesity impairs lymphatic transport. PLoS One. 2013.
Ghanta S, Cuzzone D, Torrisi J, et al. Macrophages regulate inflammation in lymphedema. Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol. 2015.
Gardenier JC, Hespe GE, Kataru RP, et al. Ablation of lymphatic endothelial cells causes lymphedema. JCI Insight. 2016.
Cleveland EC, Zampell J, Avraham T, et al. Reconstruction of congenital mandibular hypoplasia. J Craniofac Surg. 2017.
Rockson SG, Tian W, Jiang X, et al. Anti-inflammatory therapy in human lymphedema. JCI Insight. 2018.
Patterson C, Stalder M, St Hilaire H, et al. DIEP breast reconstruction in obese patients. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019.
Maddox S, Zampell J, St Hilaire H, Allen RJ. Surgical delay of the SIEA flap. Manuscript in preparation. 2019.

Presentations & Posters

Nagarajan S, Horton L, Zampell J, Selvaraj P. Expression and regulation of immunostimulatory molecules in human breast cancer cell lines after IFN-γ treatment. Poster, FASEB Research Conference, Orlando, FL (2001).
Zampell J, Palanaswamy P, Nagarajan N, Poloso N, Selvaraj P. Effect of expressing IL-2 as a cell surface molecule on antitumor immune response in mice. Poster, American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting, Washington, DC (2003).
Zampell J, Daluvoy S, Avraham T, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. HIF-1α regulates VEGF-C expression and is required for lymphangiogenesis. Poster, Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Cancer Symposium, St. Louis, MO (2010).
Avraham T, Zampell J, Daluvoy S, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. IL-4 inhibition is a potential treatment for lymphedema. Poster, Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Cancer Symposium, St. Louis, MO (2010).
Zampell J, Daluvoy S, Avraham T, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. HIF-1α regulates VEGF-C expression during wound healing. Plenary Presentation, Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA (2010).
Avraham T, Zampell J, Yan A, Daluvoy S, Mehrara BJ. Lymphedema is a fibroproliferative condition. Plenary Presentation, Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA (2010).
Zampell JC, Daluvoy S, Avraham T, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. HIF-1α regulates VEGF-C expression. Presentation, American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress, Washington, DC (2010).
Avraham T, Zampell J, Yan A, Daluvoy S, Mehrara BJ. Inhibition of IL-4 decreases fibrosis and lymphatic dysfunction. Presentation, American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress, Washington, DC (2010).
Zampell JC, Avraham T, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. Alarmin expression is induced by acute lymphedema. Presentation, Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Washington, DC (2010).
Yan A, Avraham T, Zampell JC, Clavin NW, Mehrara BJ. Spontaneous re-anastomosis of cutaneous lymphatic vessels. Presentation, Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Washington, DC (2010).
Zampell JC, Daluvoy S, Avraham T, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. HIF-1α regulates VEGF-A and VEGF-C. Presentation, Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Cancer Symposium, St. Louis, MO (2010).
Malliaris S, Zampell JC, Avraham T, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. Human lymphedema characterized by Th2 inflammation. Poster, Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Cancer Symposium (2010).
Zampell JC, Yan A, Avraham T, Daluvoy S, Aschen S, Mehrara BJ. HIF-1α modulates lymphatic vessel regeneration. Plenary Presentation, Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting, Louisville, KY (2011).
Zampell JC, Yan A, Avraham T, Yoder N, Fort N, Mehrara BJ. T-cell deficiency and accelerated lymphatic regeneration. Presentation, Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Amelia Island, FL (2011).
Zampell JC, Avraham T, Yan A, Malliaris S, Mehrara BJ. Th2 cell-mediated inflammation in chronic lymphedema. Presentation, Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Amelia Island, FL (2011).
Zampell JC, Avraham T, Daluvoy S, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. HIF-1α regulates lymphangiogenic cytokine expression. Presentation, American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress, San Francisco, CA (2011).
Zampell JC, Avraham T, Yan A, Weitman ES, Elhadad S, Mehrara BJ. Hypoxia and lymphatic fluid stasis regulate HIF-1α. Poster, Gordon Research Conference, Ventura Beach, CA (2012).
Weitman ES, Zampell JC, Avraham T, Yan A, Elhadad S, Mehrara BJ. Role of IL-4 and IL-13 blockade in lymphedema. Poster, Gordon Research Conference, Ventura Beach, CA (2012).
Mehrara BJ, Zampell JC, Yan A, Avraham T, Elhadad S, Weitman ES. Toll-like receptor signaling prevents fibrosis and lymphatic dysfunction. Poster, Gordon Research Conference: Molecular Mechanisms in Lymphatic Function and Disease, Ventura Beach, CA (2012).
Elhadad S, Zampell JC, Avraham T, Weitman ES, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. T-cell deficiency associated with accelerated lymphatic regeneration. Poster, Gordon Research Conference, Ventura Beach, CA (2012).
Zampell JC, Yan A, Avraham T, Weitman ES, Del Vecchio S, Mehrara BJ. IL-13 blockade reduces tissue fibrosis and improves lymphatic function. Presentation, Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Cancer Symposium, Orlando, FL (2012).
Zampell JC, Elhadad S, Weitman ES, Avraham T, Yan A, Mehrara BJ. Toll-like receptor signaling promotes lymphatic repair. Poster, Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Cancer Symposium, Orlando, FL (2012).
Weitman ES, Aschen S, Zampell JC, Elhadad S, Mehrara BJ. Lymphatic stasis activates fat differentiation genes. Poster, Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Cancer Symposium, Orlando, FL (2012).
Zampell JC, Yan A, Malliaris S, Avraham T, Weitman ES, Elhadad S, Mehrara BJ. Targeted Th2 immune modulation blocks chronic lymphedema progression. Plenary Presentation, Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting, Ann Arbor, MI (2012).
Weitman ES, Zampell JC, Elhadad S, Aschen S, Mehrara BJ. Regulation of adipogenesis in lymphedema. Presentation, Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting, Ann Arbor, MI (2012).
Elhadad S, Zampell JC, Yan A, Weitman ES, Avraham T, Mehrara BJ. CD4+ T-cell infiltration in experimental lymphedema. Presentation, Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting, Ann Arbor, MI (2012).
Zampell JC, Yan A, Avraham T, Weitman ES, Mehrara BJ. CD4+ inflammation is necessary for pathologic changes in lymphatic fluid stasis. Presentation, American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress, Chicago, IL (2012).
Weitman ES, Zampell JC, Aschen SZ, Albano N, Ghanta S, Mehrara BJ. Obesity as an initiator of lymphatic dysfunction. Poster, American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress, Chicago, IL (2012).
Zampell JC, Elhadad S, Weitman ES, Avraham T, Mehrara BJ. Lymphedema induces a specific inflammatory response. Presentation, Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Ann Arbor, MI (2012).
Weitman ES, Zampell JC, Aschen SZ, Albano N, Cuzzone D, Ghanta S, Mehrara BJ. IL-6 as a biomarker for lymphedema. Poster, Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Cancer Symposium (2013).
Weitman ES, Zampell JC, Aschen SZ, Farias-Eisner GT, Albano N, Mehrara BJ. Diet-induced obesity impairs lymphatic transport. Presentation, Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting, Santa Monica, CA (2013).
Albano NJ, Ghanta S, Zampell JC, Weitman ES, Mehrara BJ. Lymphedema associated with increased T-regulatory cells. Presentation, Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting, Santa Monica, CA (2013).
Cuzzone DA, Zampell JC, Weitman ES, Aschen S, Mehrara BJ. IL-6 as a serum marker for lymphedema. Presentation, Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting, Santa Monica, CA (2013).
Zampell JC, Allen RJ Sr. Breast-sharing technique for post-mastectomy reconstruction. Presentation, Breast Reconstruction: State of the Art, New York, NY (2014).
Zampell JC, Sinno S, Mehrara BJ. Development of lymphatic reporter and conditional knockout mice. Presentation, New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons, New York, NY (2015).
Farias-Eisner G, Yoon A, Martins D, Zampell JC, et al. Liposomal bupivacaine reduces postoperative narcotic use. Outstanding Paper Presentation, American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Los Angeles, CA (2016).
Zampell JC, Allen RJ. Autogenous mommy makeover: establishing a program. Presentation, Group for the Advancement of Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction Annual Meeting, Oslo, Norway (2018).
Zampell JC, Allen RJ. Establishing a lymphedema microsurgery program. Presentation, Group for the Advancement of Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction Annual Meeting, Oslo, Norway (2018).
Zampell JC, St. Hilaire H, Allen RJ. Vertical profunda artery perforator flap design. Presentation, Group for the Advancement of Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction Annual Meeting, Oslo, Norway (2018).
Zampell JC. Post-mastectomy lymphedema: surgical management. Presentation, New Orleans Breast Symposium, New Orleans, LA (2018).
Artz J, Zampell JC, St. Hilaire H, Allen RJ. Vertically oriented profunda artery perforator flap. Poster, American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting, Fort Lauderdale, FL (2020).
Maddox S, Zampell JC, St. Hilaire H, Allen RJ. Surgical delay of the SIEA flap to improve reliability. Poster, American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting, Fort Lauderdale, FL (2020).

Book Chapters

Urbinelli L, Zampell JC, Warren SM.
Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis.
Chapter 22, Atlas of Operative Craniofacial Surgery, 2018.
Zampell JC, St. Hilaire H, Allen RJ.
Breast Reconstruction with the Profunda Artery Perforator Flap.
Springer Publishing, Chapter in press (2019).

Research Experience

Emory University — Department of Genetics
Investigation of genetic markers predisposing to ADHD
Laboratory of Dr. Irwin Waldman
1998–1999 · Atlanta, GA
Emory University — Department of Immunology
Role of co-stimulatory molecule over-expression in anti-tumor immune responses
Laboratory of Dr. Periasamy Selvaraj
1999–2002 · Atlanta, GA
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIH)
Role of GATA-3 and Gfi-1 in Th2 differentiation
Laboratory of Dr. William E. Paul
2003 · Bethesda, MD
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center — Department of Surgery
Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Mechanisms regulating lymphedema pathophysiology
Laboratory of Dr. Babak J. Mehrara
2009–2012 · New York, NY
New York University Medical Center — Department of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
Prospective analysis of lymph node transfer and lymphaticovenous bypass for lymphedema
Investigation under direction of Dr. Mihye Choi
2014–2015 · New York, NY
Ochsner Baptist Medical Center & LSU Health Sciences
Prospective analysis of surgical prevention and treatment of lymphedema
2017–2020 · New Orleans, LA

Funding

National Institutes of Health — National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease
Medical Student Summer Research Fellowship Grant
Defining the role of Gfi-1 and GATA-3 in Th2 differentiation
Award: $5,000 · PI: Jamie Zampell · Mentor: William E. Paul, MD
2003
Plastic Surgery Education Foundation
Research Fellowship
Mechanisms regulating fibrosis in chronic lymphedema
Award: $50,000 · 100% Effort · PI: Jamie Zampell · Mentor: Babak J. Mehrara, MD
2009–2010
Department of Defense — Congressionally Directed Breast Cancer Research Program
Research Fellowship (#BC103619)
Adaptive immune responses regulate the pathophysiology of lymphedema
Award (Direct Costs): $100,000 · 100% Effort · PI: Jamie Zampell · Mentor: Babak J. Mehrara, MD
2011–2012

Licensure & Certification

American Board of Plastic Surgery — Diplomate
New York Medical License #253694
California Medical License #134892
Louisiana Medical License #308241

Organizations

American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Member
American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery — Member
Group for the Advancement of Breast Reconstruction — Member
Women in Microsurgery — Member
SmileTrain — Races for Faces Annual Charity Event
Women & Housewives in Plastic Surgery — New York Chapter
Team Ronald McDonald House Charity

Courses

The Cutting Edge Aesthetic Surgery Symposium
2012–2014 · New York, NY
14th International Course on Perforator Flaps
2014 · New York, NY
State of the Art: Facial Reconstruction and Transplantation Course
2015 · New York, NY

Activities

Marathon Running
17 marathons completed, 5 Boston Marathon qualifiers, 1 Boston Marathon
Studio Art

First-Time Patient FAQs

What can I expect during my initial consultation?

During your consultation, Dr. Zampell will perform a detailed physical evaluation and review your medical history to create a personalized action plan. She will discuss your surgical goals, show you before and after photos, and answer any questions you have about recovery and expected results. The goal is to ensure your expectations are realistic and aligned with the best possible surgical outcome.

Do you accept insurance?

Our office works with many insurance plans for reconstructive and some plastic surgery procedures. For cosmetic procedures, while complications are rare, we recommend having insurance to cover any unexpected expenses. Dr. Zampell participates in CosmetAssure, which is a third-party insurance that can be obtained for cosmetic procedures.

What are my financing options?

We offer flexible, individualized financing on a case-by-case basis. We can help you create a specific payment plan and also provide access to respected healthcare lenders like Care Credit.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

To make your first visit as smooth as possible, please bring your insurance card, photo ID, and a list of any medications you are currently taking. If you have any relevant medical records or past surgical reports, it's also helpful to bring those with you.