Felipe B. Maegawa
University of Arizona, Emory University, Royal Statistical Society
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150
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About
Felipe B. Maegawa is a surgical researcher whose work sits at the intersection of minimally invasive surgery, robotic-assisted techniques, and outcomes research, with a particular focus on bariatric, oncological, and hepatobiliary procedures. Drawing on large national databases such as the MBSAQIP and NSQIP, Maegawa has established himself as a leading voice in the rigorous comparative analysis of robotic versus laparoscopic approaches across multiple surgical disciplines. His most cited work, a 2020 four-year analysis of robotic bariatric surgery trends, has garnered 56 citations and helped define the evolving landscape of weight-loss surgery in the United States. Subsequent studies examining operative time, frailty, and outcomes in bariatric and hepatic surgery have further reinforced his methodological strengths. His propensity score-matched analysis of over 11,000 gastric adenocarcinoma patients and his investigations into lymphadenectomy practices in gastric cancer surgery reflect a commitment to oncological rigor. More recently, Maegawa has turned his attention to the global diffusion of robotic surgery, addressing equity and access in resource-limited settings. Collectively, his body of work — accumulating over 140 citations — offers invaluable evidence-based guidance for surgeons navigating the rapidly advancing field of robotic-assisted surgery.
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