Jonathan Tomasko

Jonathan Tomasko, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery with expertise spanning multiple surgical specialties including cardiothoracic, bariatric, and transplant surgery.

His research interests encompass several critical areas:

• Bariatric Surgery, particularly Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass procedures (100% relevance in his research fingerprint)
• Minimally Invasive Surgery, specializing in Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (100% relevance)
• Cardiothoracic Surgery with focus on valve reconstruction and aortic pathologies
• Transplant Surgery, especially lung transplantation supported by extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
• Vascular Surgery with emphasis on complex vascular interventions and complications

Dr. Tomasko's publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output from 2011 through 2025, with recent work addressing cutting-edge challenges in surgical practice. His research bridges technical innovation with clinical application across multiple domains of surgical medicine.

He was honored with the Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching in 2024, recognizing his significant contributions to medical education alongside numerous colleagues across various medical disciplines.

His work shows strong connections to obesity research, including studies involving obese rats and investigations into differential effects of surgical interventions, alongside expertise in vascular pathologies and complications.