Walter Pegoli Jr.

Walter Pegoli Jr., M.D., is a Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center, with expertise spanning Neonatal Surgery, Non-Cardiac Thoracic Surgery, Complex Gastrointestinal Surgery, and Surgical Oncology. He holds joint appointments in the Departments of Surgery and Pediatrics.

• Education: M.D. from New York Medical College (1984)
• Training: Residency in General Surgery at University of Maryland (1985–1990), Fellowship in Pediatric Surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital (1990–1992)

Dr. Pegoli’s research focuses on neonatal surgical outcomes, congenital gastrointestinal anomalies, and pediatric trauma. His work includes clinical trials on necrotizing enterocolitis, innovations in esophageal atresia management, and studies on immune responses in pediatric surgical models.

• Notable Awards:
  • Ruth A Lawrence Faculty Service Award (2003)
  • Top Doctor (2003–2012)
  • Patients’ Choice Award (2008–2011)
  • Rochester Business Journal Health Care Management 2017 Honoree
• Leadership: Served as Chief of Pediatric Surgery at Golisano Children’s Hospital (2006–2019) and Chief of the Department of Surgery (until 2019).