In Memoriam: Professor Tomasz G. Rogula, MD, PhD, FACS (1968–2026) Surgeon, Scientist, Educator, Innovator, and Friend - Scorecard - MDSpire
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Remembering Professor Tomasz G. Rogula, MD, PhD, FACS (1968–2026): Surgeon, Scientist, Educator, Innovator, and Friend

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  • Philip R. Schauer

  • October 30, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Remembering Professor Tomasz G. Rogula, MD, PhD, FACS (1968–2026): Surgeon, Scientist, Educator, and Colleague

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionBariatric and metabolic surgery
Key MechanismsThe article describes research involving sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, revisional bariatric surgery, single-incision techniques, and robotic-assisted surgery.
Target PopulationNot specified; the article focuses on Rogula’s professional work and research in bariatric and metabolic surgery.
Care SettingSurgical practice, research, and international professional education in bariatric and metabolic surgery.

Key Highlights

  • Rogula’s clinical work included bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery, advanced laparoscopy, single-incision techniques, and robotic surgery.
  • His research addressed metabolic outcomes, procedural safety, revisional operations, and comparisons of robotic and conventional laparoscopic approaches.
  • He assessed whether robotic technology offered meaningful advantages over conventional laparoscopy.
  • He helped develop the International Bariatric Club, a global online education network launched in 2009.

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          Patient & Prescribing Data

          The article concerns bariatric and metabolic surgery but does not provide patient-level prescribing data.

          No medication regimens or prescribing recommendations are provided. Surgical topics discussed include sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, revisional procedures, and robotic-assisted approaches.

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              In Memoriam: Professor Tomasz G. Rogula, MD, PhD, FACS (1968–2026) Surgeon, Scientist, Educator, Innovator, and Friend

              • by Philip R. Schauer

              • October 30, 2026

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