Sarfaraz Jalil Baig

About

Sarfaraz Jalil Baig is a leading voice in hernia surgery, whose work is shaping global surgical practice. His research centers on evidence-based approaches to groin and ventral hernia repair, with a particular focus on standardizing surgical techniques. Dr. Baig’s major contributions include spearheading the landmark GLACIER study, an international survey of 1,014 hernia surgeons that provides a comprehensive snapshot of global inguinal hernia repair practices. He has also led a pivotal survey of 442 surgeons on mesh placement preferences for primary ventral hernia repair, directly addressing a critical gap in the literature where limited evidence has led to wide practice variation. With his most-cited paper, "Groin hernia," accumulating 11 citations, his work is already informing clinical decision-making. By systematically capturing the real-world preferences of hundreds of surgeons, Dr. Baig is providing the foundational data needed to move toward consensus and best practices in hernia surgery, making him a key figure in the drive for standardized, high-quality patient care.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Groin hernia

   11 citations · 2025
2. 2
   An international survey of 1014 hernia surgeons: outcome of GLACIER (global practice of inguinal hernia repair) study

   7 citations · 2023
3. 3
   What is the preferred mesh placement in primary ventral hernia repair? An international survey of 442 surgeons

   6 citations · 2025

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