Hubert Fornalik
Gynecologic Oncology Group, Goshen Health, St. Vincent Hospital
Papers
5
Total Citations
50
H-Index
3
About
Dr. Hubert Fornalik is a pioneering gynecologic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing robotic surgery for complex oncologic cases, particularly in obese and high-risk patients. His most impactful work demonstrates how high-volume experience and teamwork can overcome surgical challenges in morbidly obese women (BMI ≥40) with endometrial cancer, showing that robotic staging achieves comparable outcomes to laparotomy while reducing morbidity. Dr. Fornalik has also contributed to the emerging field of uterus transplantation from a robotic surgeon’s perspective, and developed innovative techniques such as hand-assisted robotic surgery for ovarian and uterine cancers with high peritoneal spread risk. His work includes pushing technical boundaries, as evidenced by reports on removing a 25cm pelvic mass robotically and performing hysterectomy without Trendelenburg positioning in obese patients. With over 50 citations across his key papers, Dr. Fornalik’s research has practical implications for expanding minimally invasive surgical options to patients traditionally considered high-risk, ultimately improving recovery and quality of life. His achievements underscore a commitment to surgical innovation that prioritizes patient safety and expands the frontiers of robotic gynecologic oncology.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2Uterus transplantation: robotic surgeon perspective15 citations · 2017
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- 4Advanced Robotics: Removal of a 25cm Pelvic Mass2 citations · 2015
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