SUMMARY
The research interests of Irving A. Jorge, M.D., focus on social determinants of health, access to healthcare, healthcare policy, abdominal hernias, managing complex gallbladder and common bile duct stones, and all aspects of emergency general surgery. Dr. Jorge shares his knowledge with trainees and mentors them in various research projects.
Focus areas
- Expertise in managing all types of abdominal wall hernias, including inguinal, umbilical, incisional and complex hernias, in an open and minimally invasive fashion.
- Enhanced recovery after surgery, particularly for hernia surgery.
- Managing gallstones and common bile duct stones.
- Robotic surgery.
Significance to patient care
Dr. Jorge's research focuses on making surgical techniques and outcomes better for patients with complex gastrointestinal issues. His research aims to reduce recovery times, minimize surgical risks and enhance overall patient care by using advanced minimally invasive procedures. This means that patients have less pain and shorter hospital stays. And they can return to their daily activities faster. Ultimately, this makes their quality of life better. This commitment to excellence in patient care leads to better results and a higher standard of healthcare for the patients Dr. Jorge treats.
Dr. Jorge's expertise in healthcare delivery and policy allows him to help find solutions to address inequities in healthcare. Using his knowledge and experience, Dr. Jorge works to identify and put in place strategies that make access to quality care better for those who are underserved. With his focus on equity, Dr. Jorge makes sure that all patients — no matter their background or circumstances — get the best possible treatment and support.
Professional highlights
- Chair, Division of Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, 2024-present.
- Member, Association for Academic Surgery, 2024-present.
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons:
- Leadership Committee Member, Acute Care Surgery Task Force, 2022-present.
- Member, Safe Cholecystectomy Task Force, 2022-present.
- Member, American Hernia Society, 2018-present.
- Member, MBA Healthcare Advisory Board, Florida International University, 2016-present.
- Teacher of the Year for Surgery & Surgical Specialties, Mayo Fellows' Association, Mayo Clinic, 2023.
- Promising Leaders in Surgery Award, Society of University Surgeons, 2022.
- Chief of General Surgery, Mount Sinai Medical Center, 2020-2021.
- American College of Surgeons — South Florida Chapter:
- Board member, 2010-2018.
- Young Fellows representative, 2010-2018.