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Pablo Garcia is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotic surgery, telemedicine, and biomedical engineering. His work centers on developing autonomous and remotely operated surgical systems to bridge critical gaps in trauma care and subspecialty access, particularly for military and rural settings. Garcia’s most impactful contribution is the "Trauma Pod," a semi-automated telerobotic system designed to perform life-saving stabilization and surgical procedures on wounded soldiers in the battlefield—a vision that has garnered over 100 citations. He has also advanced the field of surgical telementoring, demonstrating through high-citation studies (86 and 20 citations) that robotic platforms can effectively transfer subspecialty skills to remote general surgeons, a breakthrough for under-resourced environments. Beyond robotics, Garcia’s work on automated design rationale capture (49 citations) showcases his versatility in engineering design. Notable achievements include feasibility studies on robotic laser tissue welding for scleral repair, highlighting his innovative use of biomaterials. With a career spanning surgical automation, teleproctoring, and design methodology, Garcia’s research continues to shape the future of accessible, technology-driven surgical care.