Jorge Almario

NHS Blood and Transplant, University of Illinois Chicago

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Jorge Almario is a surgeon whose work is reshaping the landscape of transplant medicine, particularly for patients historically deemed high-risk. His research focuses on the intersection of robotic surgery, obesity, and kidney and pancreas transplantation. Almario’s major contributions lie in demonstrating that robotic-assisted techniques can safely expand access to life-saving transplants for obese patients, a population often denied these procedures due to higher complication rates. His most cited paper, “The utility of robotic assisted pancreas transplants” (24 citations), and a companion study on obesity in kidney transplantation (23 citations), provide compelling evidence that robotic approaches improve outcomes for these patients. Notably, his work on simultaneous robotic-assisted native nephrectomy and kidney transplantation for patients with polycystic kidney disease and high BMI (6 citations) showcases a groundbreaking, less morbid technique that overcomes traditional anatomical barriers. By challenging long-standing exclusion criteria, Almario is not only advancing surgical innovation but also championing equity in transplant access, making him a pivotal figure in modern transplantation.