Paul D. Colavita
Papers
5
Total Citations
104
H-Index
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About
Paul D. Colavita is a leading figure in minimally invasive and robotic hernia surgery, whose work has fundamentally shaped how surgeons approach ventral and inguinal hernia repair. His research centers on comparing outcomes across open, laparoscopic, and robotic platforms, with a particular focus on nationwide, population-based analyses. Colavita’s landmark study, "A nationwide evaluation of robotic ventral hernia surgery" (2017, 50 citations), was among the first to rigorously assess the safety and adoption of the robotic approach on a national scale, helping to validate its growing use. He further advanced the field with a comprehensive readmissions analysis of minimally invasive versus open ventral hernia repair (2021, 21 citations), which provided critical data on complication patterns and healthcare utilization. His work also explores complex clinical scenarios, such as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass after failed fundoplication (2018, 28 citations), and the incidence of enterotomy during robotic repair (2023). By leveraging large datasets and prospective comparisons, Colavita has delivered evidence that directly informs surgical decision-making, making him a trusted voice in the ongoing evolution of hernia surgery.
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Top Papers
- 1A nationwide evaluation of robotic ventral hernia surgery50 citations · 2017
- 2Roux-En-Y gastric bypass following failed fundoplication28 citations · 2018
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