Jacob Moalem

Jacob Moalem, M.D. is a Professor in the Department of Surgery and Department of Medicine (Endocrine/Metabolism) at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. As an endocrine surgeon at UR Medicine, he performs approximately 350 thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal operations annually, specializing in both benign and malignant conditions. His practice emphasizes multidisciplinary, team-based care involving endocrinologists, radiologists, pathologists, and primary care physicians.

Dr. Moalem's research focuses on endocrine surgical outcomes, thyroid cancer management, and surgical education. His work includes risk prediction models for postoperative complications, novel imaging techniques for thyroid nodules, and mentorship frameworks for surgical trainees. He has pioneered approaches to hematoma prevention after thyroidectomy and explored diagnostic challenges in parathyroid disorders.

His recent publications reveal strong trends in translational endocrine surgery research, with significant emphasis on quality-of-life outcomes for thyroid cancer survivors, surgical risk stratification, and innovative educational methodologies. The work consistently bridges clinical practice with molecular mechanisms and educational innovation.

Award highlights include multiple University of Rochester iCare Bronze Star awards (2013, 2014, 2017), the AMA Foundation Leadership Award (2012), and the Pacific Coast Surgical Association Resident/Fellow Paper of the Year (2008). Additional recognition spans surgical education fellowships, patient-centered care awards, and the Elmer Louis Award for community hemorrhage response initiatives.

Dr. Moalem has secured substantial research funding including Friends of Strong grants ($45,000), Faculty Development Grants ($4,000), and Association for Surgical Education fellowships. His leadership extends to surgical education curriculum development and national committees addressing work-hour restrictions. He maintains active clinical teaching roles and has authored numerous book chapters on endocrine surgical techniques.