Rodrigo Biscuola Garcia

Hospital Sírio-Libanês, Da Vinci Institute

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Rodrigo Biscuola Garcia is a pioneering Brazilian surgeon whose work has significantly advanced the fields of robotic-assisted hernia repair and bariatric surgery. His research focuses on developing and refining minimally invasive techniques, particularly the robotic-assisted eTEP (enhanced-view totally extraperitoneal) approach for ventral hernias. Garcia’s major contribution is demonstrating the safety and efficacy of this complex procedure, as evidenced by his highly cited 2020 paper (48 citations), which details the early Brazilian experience. He also introduced the modified robotic-assisted Rives/Stoppa procedure for midline ventral hernias (35 citations), a technique that reduces the need for large incisions and extensive tissue dissection, thereby decreasing patient morbidity. In bariatric surgery, Garcia was among the first in Brazil to evaluate robotic assistance for obesity procedures (12 citations), helping to establish its role in the country. His work has been instrumental in popularizing robotic surgery in Latin America, and his publications serve as foundational references for surgeons adopting these advanced techniques. Garcia’s contributions continue to shape the evolution of minimally invasive abdominal wall reconstruction and metabolic surgery.