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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Shaohua You began his academic journey at the PLA Medical College, where he demonstrated a profound interest in clinical sciences. His dedication and scholarly aptitude led him to pursue a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in pain medicine. His formative years were shaped by rigorous medical education and a strong foundation in clinical research, which laid the groundwork for his specialized work in pain management and neuropsychology.
💼Professional Endeavors
Currently serving as the Deputy Administrative Director of the Department of Pain Management at the First Medical Center of the General Hospital of the People’s Liberation Army, Dr. You plays a dual role in both clinical leadership and academic advancement. His responsibilities span policy implementation, departmental administration, and mentoring young clinicians in advanced pain therapy techniques.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus On Pain
Dr. You’s primary research interests revolve around chronic pain mechanisms, depression comorbidity, and innovative pain treatment strategies. His work integrates clinical observations with neurobiological pathways, particularly focusing on targets like the BDNF-TrkB and ERK1/2 signaling pathways. He also explores ultrasound-guided interventions and novel neurotherapeutic technologies such as 3D-printed templates for neuralgia treatments.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Dr. You’s research has contributed to deeper understandings of the link between anesthesia and mental health outcomes, especially in elderly populations. His findings have implications for postoperative care, cognitive performance, and interventional neurology, enhancing standards in both civilian and military medical institutions. His work is widely cited, influencing policy and practice in pain medicine.
🧠 Research Skills
Dr. You exhibits robust expertise in clinical study design, Mendelian randomization, statistical cohort analysis, and retrospective clinical research. He is proficient in using neuroimaging, biomarker analysis, and interventional pain procedures, and has a strong command of data interpretation, which reinforces the reliability of his outcomes.
🏅 Awards and Honors
Dr. You’s innovative contributions and consistent publication record have earned him recognition within the Chinese medical research community. His lead authorship in top-tier journals such as Journal of Psychiatric Research and Journal of Pain Research reflect his standing as a respected voice in the field of pain and psychiatric comorbidities.
🏛️ Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. You is poised to further expand the interdisciplinary boundaries of pain medicine, integrating technological innovations with traditional interventions. His focus on long-term outcome studies, mental health integration, and customized therapeutic strategies highlights his commitment to evidence-based medicine. His future endeavors aim to build bridges between research, education, and clinical care, leaving a lasting legacy in military and civilian healthcare systems.
Publications Top Notes
📘 1. Causal relationship and mediating role between depression and cognitive performance
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Authors: Hao X, Cao F, Xu Z, et al.
Role: Co-first author (Dr. You)
Journal: The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease, 2025: 100196
🧬 2. Sevoflurane exerts antidepressant-like effects via the BDNF-TrkB pathway
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Authors: You S, Wu Y, Guo Y, et al.
Role: First author
Journal: Behavioral Brain Research, 2024, 463: 114918
🧪 3. Activation of the ERK1/2 pathway mediates the neuroprotective effect provided by calycosin treatment
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Authors: You S, Wang Y, Guo Y, et al.
Role: First author
Journal: Neuroscience Letters, 2023, 792: 136956
🛌 4. Effects of volatile anesthetics on the incidence of postoperative depression and anxiety symptoms in elderly patients
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Authors: You S, Hao X, Cao F, et al.
Role: First author
Journal: Journal of Psychiatric Research, 2025, 181: 179–187
🤰 5. Herpes Zoster in Pregnancy: Clinical Outcomes and Treatment Patterns
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Authors: Xu H, Qin X, Feng Z, et al.
Role: Corresponding author
Journal: Journal of Pain Research, 2025, 18: 1817–1826
💉 6. Long-Term Follow-Up of Ultrasound-Guided Glossopharyngeal Nerve Block for Neuralgia
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Authors: You S, Qin X, Tong L, et al.
Role: First author
Journal: Journal of Pain Research, 2024, 17: 913–921
🧠 7. Personalized 3D Printed Template for Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation in Trigeminal Neuralgia
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Authors: You S, Qin X, Zhao G, et al.
Role: First author
Journal: Journal of Pain Research, 2024, 17: 2347–2356
🧬 8. Assessing the Causal Effect of Pulse Pressure on Migraine Risk: A Mendelian Randomization Study
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Authors: Xu H, Qin X, Feng Z, et al.
Role: Corresponding author
Journal: Journal of Pain Research, 2025, Volume 18: 3159–3170